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This annual review delves into the trends, performance, and statistics of small businesses in South Africa, analyzing both quantitative and qualitative elements. The conceptual framework explores the nuanced differences between output, outcome, and impact, within the economic and regulatory environments. It also highlights the institutional factors influencing the small business sector.
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Annual Review of Small Business in South Africa – 2003 • Output vs. outcome or impact • Conceptual framework: data & methodology • Quantitative & qualitative elements • Nuanced analysis: context • Synthesis of relevant research
Review of: Trends Performance Basic statistics Sector reviews Provincial review Thematic issue Link to DTI Strategy Outline
Conceptual framework Review of Trends & Performance
Review of Trends & Performance • Economic environment • World growth • World trade • SA growth – SMMEs insulated • SA trade performance – SMMEs somewhat insulated • Domestic expenditure On balance… environment not supportive
Regulatory Environment Tax and labour regulation regimes unchanged Total admin. burdens for VAT and RSC high Discourages graduation of informal to formal Review of Trends & Performance
Institutional Environment Review of Trends & Performance