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This document is a synthesised, high-level summary of some of the key findings of a year-long study on the size, scope and impact of informal sector employment in Cape Town.

By synthesising various sources of economic statistics and tracking the latest trends on a quarterly basis, the principal aim of the publication is to become a credible source of relevant and up-to-date economic information for the city. Keeping to the principles of accessibility, insightfulness and relevance, the publication will provide councillors and officials with critical inputs for their decision making processes, and provide external stakeholders with an enhanced understanding of Cape Town’s economy.