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The Informal Sector

Many South Africans earn a living in the informal sector: street trading, spaza shops, hair salons at home, collecting waste for recycling, and casual jobs such as painting, gardening and car…

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What will I learn in "The Informal Sector"?

This section covers The Informal Sector as part of Economic geography of South Africa in Grade 12 Geography. You'll find clear explanations, worked examples, and key definitions aligned to the CAPS curriculum.

Is this section aligned with the CAPS curriculum?

Yes. All notes on Hlayiso, including "The Informal Sector", are written against the official CAPS curriculum and ATP for Grade 12 Geography.

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