Challenges of Women Entrepreneurship and Empowerment in South Africa: Evidence from Rural Areas

Mary-Ann Nokulunga Nhleko, Thabiso Sthembiso Msomi, Sijuwade Adedayo Ogunsola · 2023 · International Journal of Environmental Sustainability and Social Science

Summary. Women entrepreneurs in rural South Africa face three major barriers to business expansion: limited access to finance, insufficient education, and poor infrastructure. The study surveyed 250 female business owners in northern KwaZulu-Natal and found these obstacles are surmountable through alternative financing, targeted training programs, and infrastructure investment. Addressing these challenges could empower women entrepreneurs, drive rural economic growth, and reduce poverty.

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  title   = {Challenges of Women Entrepreneurship and Empowerment in South Africa: Evidence from Rural Areas},
  author  = {Mary-Ann Nokulunga Nhleko and Thabiso Sthembiso Msomi and Sijuwade Adedayo Ogunsola},
  journal = {International Journal of Environmental Sustainability and Social Science},
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DOI

10.38142/ijesss.v4i5.796

Countries

South Africa

Regions

Africa

Categories

entrepreneurship, policy

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2026-04-28