Transitioning from the Informal to Formal Economy

March 13, 2014 - March 14, 2014

Workers in the informal economy from six different sectors. A Domestic Worker, a Garment Worker, a Home-Based Worker, a Street Vendors / Market Trader, a Transport Worker, and a Waste Picker.

This event, supported by WIEGO, took place March 2014, in Johannesburg, South Africa

“Transitioning from the Informal to Formal Economy”
Africa Regional Consultation Workshop – A way forward for Informal workers

Globally, a majority of workers depend on the informal economy as a means of living. In South Africa, 1 in every 3 workers is an informal worker. And in some countries as many as 9 out 10 workers are in the informal economy.

The Global economic crisis has contributed to the growth of the informal economy, as many people find themselves without jobs and are forced to find an alternative way to make a living. The informal economy has attracted the most vulnerable population groups including youth, older people, migrants, ethnic minorities and women.

Read more about this event on StreetNet’s website.