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Abstract: This paper analyses the factors which determine whether an individual works in the formal sector, in the informal sector, or remains unemployed in the Spanish labour market. We highlight the implications of high unemployment on an individual's decision to work in the underground economy...
Issues in Development Discussion Paper, No. 20
Convention concerning Home Work (Entry into force: 22 Apr 2000) Adoption: Geneva, 83rd ILC session (20 Jun 1996) Full document available in: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, German, Russian and Chinese
Shack/Slum Dwellers International is "a network of community-based organizations of the urban poor in 33 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America." Among other topics, its website has focused on " Work and Shelter - Two Struggles, One Reality ", a blog post that shared information about an SDI...
This document contains the Cape Towen Municipality By-law for the supervision and control of street vendors, pedlars or hawkers in Cape Town.
This Act provides for the establishment of the National Small Business Council and the Ntsika Enterprise Promotion Agency and to provide guidelines for the promotion of Small business in South Africa.
This document outlines the by-law for the supervision and control of street vendors, pedlars and hawkers in Stillbaai.
This document contains the Bill of Rights as found in the constitution of South Africa.
Videos / Slideshows / Audio
Millions of women work long hours, in dangerous conditions, for little pay. They are fighting for change, with the help of ILO Convention 189 on Decent Work for Domestic Workers. Watch this video to learn how.
Workers Education/Organizing Materials
This manual helps street vendors learn more about the regulations that govern public space and how to defend the right to work in public space. It describes successful actions taken by street vendor organizations. And it offers information to help you organize and negotiate with local government.
WIEGO Working Papers
Mike Rogan reviews how informal workers are taxed, why there is growing interest in taxing them, and whether they should be included in the tax net.