Globalisation and Its Impact on Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development in the Developing World
Satta, Tadeo / 2005

This paper reports findings on a study of the environment surrounding micro and small-scale enterprises (MSEs) in Tanzania. Results from this study reveal an existence of regulations, bureaucratic licensing structures, and a tax regime that hinder the growth of Tanzania?s business starters. This environment also seems to push MSEs into illegal trading thus undermining government revenue. Based on these findings the paper develops a policy framework, suggesting several reforms to the country?s tax and regulatory regime. This framework also provides relevant clues to other developing countries in addressing similar business environments.