He founded a marketing company targeting South Africa’s informal economy, highlighting its significant and often overlooked economic contributions. 03:23 People often misunderstand the informal economy, seeing it as chaotic and invisible. 13:57 Our perception of the informal economy is often skewed by stereotypes of poverty and unemployment. 25:10 Listed companies like DeBula Property Fund acknowledge the strength of the informal economy, which often goes unmeasured but is vital to the overall economy. 26:08 Capitec’s Khedie Fourie highlights the untapped potential in the informal economy, which he compares to the early days of retail banking.

Source: Ethiopian News May 20, 2024 13:02 UTC