Promoting employment generation potentials of the informal sector: experiences from some African countries

Abstract

The main purpose of this technical publication is to propose policies and strategies that would enhance the employment creation potentials of the informal sector in Africa. In this regard, providing and improving upon an enabling environment by removing the major problems and constraints could assist in the more efficient functioning of the sector. Therefore, this study purports to examine and make recommendations on the main elements and policies constituting an enabling environment for the promotion and development of the informal sector.