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The role of small enterprises in the household and national economy in Kenya: A significant contribution or a last resort?

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  • Daniels, Lisa, 1999. "The role of small enterprises in the household and national economy in Kenya: A significant contribution or a last resort?," World Development, Elsevier, vol. 27(1), pages 55-65, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:wdevel:v:27:y:1999:i:1:p:55-65
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    2. Davies, Stephen P & Mead, Donald C & Seale, James L, Jr, 1992. "Small Manufacturing Enterprises in Egypt," Economic Development and Cultural Change, University of Chicago Press, vol. 40(2), pages 381-412, January.
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