Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009)

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Women Entrepreneurs in Kenyan Informal Markets: Five-Year Impact Analysis

Njeri Ngamato, Egerton University Kerubo Musundi, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Egerton University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18901319
Published: January 21, 2009

Abstract

Women entrepreneurs in Kenyan informal markets have faced significant challenges over the past decade, including limited access to financing and legal recognition. The analysis employs qualitative data collection methods supplemented by secondary research from government databases, market surveys, and interviews with entrepreneurs and policymakers. Women entrepreneurs reported an increase in sales volume of 20% and improved business management skills after participating in training programmes funded by the Kenyan Government. Policy interventions have had a positive impact on women's entrepreneurial ventures, though challenges remain related to access to capital and legal recognition. Further investment should be directed towards enhancing financial literacy programmes and simplifying business registration processes for women entrepreneurs.

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Njeri Ngamato, Kerubo Musundi (2009). Women Entrepreneurs in Kenyan Informal Markets: Five-Year Impact Analysis. Studies in African Informal Settlements (Planning/Social/Econ/Gov), Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18901319

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KenyaGender StudiesInformal EconomyMicrofinanceLegal FrameworkQualitative ResearchPolicy Analysis

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