This paper synthesizes recent research and evidence on urban policies and local
government practices as they relate to street vending, one of the most visible occupations in …

While the 4IR has the potential to impact on all industries and all nations, regardless of their
location or state of development, many of the discussions of the 4IR and its impact are …

The green economy is widely promoted as a 21st century solution to sustainable
development. The role of cities in pursuing this agenda is increasingly recognised. Yet, the …

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused enormous detrimental impacts on a global scale.
Street vendors are one of the most heavily affected groups since they lack the skills and …

This discussion paper aims to review what is currently known about the role played by the
informal sector in general, and informal retailers in particular, in the accessibility of food in …

Street vendors conventionally are understood as operating outside of state regulatory
frameworks. Recent research, however, has emphasized the role of the state in constructing …

Public spaces go beyond the typical definition of being an open space. They reflect the
diversity and vibrancy of the urban fabric and hold the power to create memories. Among all …

The street food sector in Sub-Saharan Africa is a source of affordable and nutritious meals
for the urban poor, while also being an important source of income for the women who …

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to challenge the default portrayal of street trade as an
informal occupation and spatial practice, by examining comparatively the changes in the …

The ability of cities to generate more and better employment has become a major concern in
the wake of the recent global financial crisis and continued jobless growth.(1) This concern …