Innovation in the informal sector: a case study of informal apparel businesses in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

This case study investigates the extent, nature and potential impact of business innovation in the informal CTFL sector in a peri-urban area in KwaZulu-Natal, a leading region in the South African CTFL sector. Since the production, repair and retail of wearing apparel was the dominant activity found in the study area, the analysis of innovation activities focused on the wearing apparel sub-sector.