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The structure and growth of micro-enterprises in southern and eastern Africa: evidence from recent surveys

Liedholm, Carl; Mead, Donald

This presents the results of surveys on microenterprises in Botswana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, South Africa, Swaziland and Zimbabwe. Types of rural and urban businesses are summarized, and the growth rates tracked. Problems faced by various enterprises are examined.