REGIONAL FOCUS BY JESSIE TAYLOR
Building vibrant Gauteng township economies through bold legislation A new bill is set to boost the township economy in Gauteng, giving millions access to economic opportunities.
The Gauteng Legislature passed the Township Economic Development Bill in March, providing the regulatory framework to make it possible for people living in townships to establish viable and thriving businesses where they live.
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The Bill aims to bring townships closer to mainstream economic opportunities and close the gap between urban and peri-urban communities. The legislation will also look to bring the formal and informal economies closer. HOME TO PROMISE AND POTENTIAL Creating opportunities in townships is vital for South Africa’s economy. There are more than 22 million
