Specific primary and secondary sources collected that accurately define the hypothesis. Relevant communication from related authorities in the form of letters/email under the topic of the informal sector in economic development of the local area
Primary sources:
1. Surveys conducted with local business owners in the informal sector, gathering data on their challenges, successes, and contributions to the local economy.
2. Interviews with government officials responsible for overseeing economic development in the local area, to gather insights on the role of the informal sector.
3. Financial data from local banks and financial institutions on loans provided to informal sector businesses.
Secondary sources:
1. Academic studies on the economic impact of the informal sector in similar regions.
2. Reports from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) working with informal sector businesses in the local area.
3. Articles from economic analysts and researchers examining the role of the informal sector in overall economic development.
4. Government reports on policies and initiatives aimed at supporting and regulating the informal sector.
Communication from related authorities:
1. Letters or emails from local government officials discussing plans or strategies for integrating the informal sector into formal economic structures.
2. Updates from economic development agencies on programs or initiatives aimed at supporting informal sector businesses.
3. Responses from regulatory bodies on the enforcement of laws relating to the informal sector.
4. Correspondence with NGOs or advocacy groups working on behalf of informal sector workers, providing insights into the challenges they face.