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This research focuses on how the sharing economy interacts with the informal sector in African urban areas, particularly Nigeria.

April 14, 2026Open Access

The Sharing Economy and Informal Sector in African Urban Contexts: From Theory to Practice

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This research focuses on how the sharing economy interacts with the informal sector in African urban areas, particularly Nigeria.
Structured as a conference paper
Organizes existing scholarship
Analyzes institutional and policy dynamics related to the sharing economy
Identifies key theoretical dynamics relevant to the African context
Highlights practical implications for policymakers and businesses
Concludes with actionable recommendations for enhancing the sharing economy's role

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This article examines The Sharing Economy and Informal Sector in African Urban Contexts: From Theory to Practice with a focused emphasis on Nigeria within the field of Business. It is structured as a conference paper that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.

The Sharing Economy and Informal Sector in African Urban Contexts: From Theory to Practice

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