1. Business in South Africa –
Annual Review of Small
Business in South Africa –
2003
Output vs. outcome or impact
Conceptual framework: data & methodology
Quantitative & qualitative elements
Nuanced analysis: context
Synthesis of relevant research

2. Outline Review of: Trends Performance Basic statistics Sector reviews
Provincial review
Thematic issue
Link to DTI Strategy

3. Review of Trends & Performance
Conceptual framework

4. Review of Trends & Performance
Economic environment
World growth
World trade
SA growth – SMMEs insulated
SA trade performance – SMMEs somewhat insulated
Domestic expenditure
On balance… environment not supportive

5. Review of Trends & Performance
Regulatory Environment
Tax and labour regulation regimes unchanged
Total admin. burdens for VAT and RSC high
Discourages graduation of informal to formal

6. Review of Trends & Performance
Institutional Environment