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Small, medium-sized and microenterprises (SMMEs) in the country are grappling with various challenges, including a lack of coordination between the public and private sectors, insufficient financial support, addressing the skills gap and empowerment through funding and government support. Despite this, SMMEs have often managed to remain resilient in the face of these challenges.
A new study has found that the performance of municipalities is a key factor in the success of small businesses and may be a critical limiting factor when it comes to stimulating the growth of local economies.