Tag: governance
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The national budget as a battlefield: Who really controls Malawi government spending?
Introduction: Beyond the numbers National budgets are often presented as technical documents, carefully constructed plans that allocate scarce resources to priority sectors in pursuit of development goals. In this framing, the budget appears neutral, objective, and guided by rational assessment of needs. In practice, however, the budget is something far more consequential. It is a…
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Why Good Reforms Fail: The Politics behind Institutional Change.
Introduction: The reform paradox revisited Across Malawi and much of Sub-Saharan Africa, reform is constant. Public Financial Management systems are getting a much-needed upgrade. We’re seeing revisions to policy frameworks, the launch of new strategic plans, and the reworking of institutions to better serve their communities. Development partners are stepping in to provide technical assistance,…
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