South Africa’s informal economy continues to absorb thousands of people locked out of formal employment, yet many economists argue that national and municipal policy still treats informal trade as a peripheral issue rather than a central part of economic life. A recent article co-authored by Siphelele Ngidi argues that while informal traders provide essential goods, services and income in communities across the country, economic policy remains largely designed around formal businesses and overlooks the realities facing street traders, market vendors and small survivalist enterprises.

<p>South Africa&rsquo;s informal economy continues to absorb thousands of people locked out of formal employment, yet many economists argue that national and municipal policy still treats informal trade as a peripheral issue rather than a central part of economic life. A recent article co-authored by Siphelele Ngidi argues that while informal traders provide essential goods, services and income in communities across the country, economic policy remains largely designed around formal businesses and overlooks the realities facing street traders, market vendors and small survivalist enterprises.</p>

POWER Perspective is a talkback that typically features no-holds-barred discussions ranging from politics and socioeconomic matters to religion and lifestyle topics. POWER Perspective brings you hard-hitting interviews and debates featuring all the big names in politics. This show has a dedicated fanbase of “Perspectivians” and is a must-listen to, to understand what is happening politically in today's South Africa.

<p>POWER Perspective is a talkback that typically features no-holds-barred discussions ranging from politics and socioeconomic matters to religion and lifestyle topics. POWER Perspective brings you hard-hitting interviews and debates featuring all the big names in politics. This show has a dedicated fanbase of &ldquo;Perspectivians&rdquo; and is a must-listen to, to understand what is happening politically in today's South Africa.</p>