Factors Affecting the Development of Women Entrepreneurs on Economic Activity: Cross Sectional Data

Abstract

This study was examined factors affecting the development of women entrepreneurs on economic activity of Bonga Town of south west region which is the capital city of Kafa Zone and 449 km from Addis Ababa. The general objective of the study is to assess factors affecting the development of women entrepreneurs on economic activity of Bonga Town. The specific objective of the study is investigating the basic factors that affect women entrepreneurial development on economic activity. The data were examined by using Statistical Package for Social Science. The Primary data were collected from the sample study through questionnaires. The Secondary data were obtained from reviewing available materials. The study used descriptive method to describe and interpret factors affecting the development of women entrepreneurs on economic activity of Bonga Town. The Cross-sectional data were collected 50 sample respondents. According to the study, about 40% of women entrepreneurs in the town are affected by the challenges faced in fulfilling the necessary things and 60% are not affected by it. As a result, the researcher has suggested that training access and institutional support by government are basic solution.

Keywords: Women, Entrepreneurs, Economic Activity

DOI: 10.7176/JESD/12-1-01

Publication date: January 31^st 2021