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The Impact of IMF Loan to Kenya

The Impact of IMF Loan to Kenya

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The Government of Kenya and the international Monetary Fund (IMF) signed a loan of $$508.7 million in January 2011. The funds are expected to be released in three different tranches spread out till 2013. ActionAid International (AAI) has consistently challenged the policy conditionalities propagated by the International Financial Institutions (IFIs), particularly the IMF, to the recipient countries of their loan programmes. Following the signing of the above mentioned loan programme, AAIK more...

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D C on May 23, 2013

Building lasting bridges: Good and bad eGovernment strategies in Africa

The successful implementation of ICT in governmental operations can help to bridge a gap between citizens and governments by promoting transparency and a more citizen-friendly style of government. When used effectively, eGovernment can act as a catalyst toward sustainable development and help to build and stabilise economies. However, technology is not the solution in itself, and governments need to think about exactly how to use ICT in a way that will help to improve the dialogue more...

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Grégory Vespasien on April 18, 2013

More than meets the eye: In conversation with Mark Kaigwa

Mark Kaigwa is a digital strategist, consultant, speaker, writer and self-proclaimed ”power networker.” Nairobi-based Mark makes it his business to keep absolutely up to date with the developments of the technology and communications sectors and uses his expert knowledge to help businesses, start-ups and non-profits to launch into the thrilling environment of African entrepreneurialism. Ahead of his keynote speech at eLearning Africa 2013, we interrupted his busy schedule to get some more...

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Grégory Vespasien on April 18, 2013

Sub-Saharan Consulting Group (SSCG) launched Africa SMEs Development Forum, to support UK small businesses growth and trade in the African market, develop SMEs capacity, competitiveness, value chains and entrepreneurship skills in the continent

Sub-Saharan Consulting Group (SSCG) launched Africa SMEs Development Forum, to support UK small businesses growth and trade in the African market, develop SMEs capacity, competitiveness, value chains and entrepreneurship skills in the continent

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Small and Medium sized Enterprises (SMEs) and entrepreneurs are the backbone of every economy, creating employment opportunities and improving people livelihood in Africa. However, it is generally recognised that they face unique and overwhelming challenges, which affect their potential, hence diminish their ability to contribute effectively to the continent sustainable economic development. Enterprises in Africa encounter daily challenges ranging from: lack of managerial skills, inadequate more...

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Eugene Nizeyimana on March 10, 2013

Enabling Open Government

Enabling Open Government

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Globally, increasingly vigilant and vocal civil society groups - important actors in the new multilateralism - are demanding that companies publish what they pay in revenues, aid agencies publish what they fund, and governments publish what they spend. In middle-income and poorer countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America, less well resourced, but equally passionate, local advocacy groups are demanding that governments formally enshrine their right to access government information in law. In more...

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D C on February 6, 2013

Kenya: Resources for poverty eradication

Kenya: Resources for poverty eradication

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The proportion of Kenyans living below the national poverty line fell from 52.2% in 1999 to 47% in 2005. Uganda had the lowest proportion living below the national poverty line (24.5%) followed by Tanzania (33.2%) and Ethiopia (38.9%). According to the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) 2011, 47.8% of Kenyans were in multidimensional poverty. These are the lowest poverty rates in the region; elsewhere in the region countries all have above 50% of their population in more...

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D C on January 31, 2013

South Sudan: Resources for poverty eradication

South Sudan: Resources for poverty eradication

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The world’s youngest nation, South Sudan, has now had over a year of political economic autonomy, following a break away from Sudan in July 2011. Independence was preceded, several years earlier, by the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) in 2005 and during the years which followed it operated as a semi-autonomous government. However, this process has not been without challenges, some of which could negate the progress already made. Preliminary analysis on public expenditure and more...

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D C on January 27, 2013

Youth and Digital Mapping in Urban Informal Settlements: Lessons Learned from Participatory Mapping Processes in Mathare in Nairobi, Kenya

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There is growing interest in the integration of new technology and community development, particularly on the value that Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can add to community voices in setting development agendas. In the digital age, youth are emerging as leaders in capturing, packaging, and sharing information about their communities. Yet, there remains little documentation of the connection between in-depth field work with youth, new technology, and community development. To that more...

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D C on January 23, 2013

Getting it Right: A Journalists’ Guide to Conducting Community Radio Debate

Getting it Right: A Journalists’ Guide to Conducting Community Radio Debate

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This guide, published by Panos Eastern Africa with support from Deepening Democracy Programme in Uganda in 2011, highlights the role of radio producers and moderators in reaching rural communities, recognising that they too can set agenda for news and debate on radio, thereby positively contributing to the country’s development. It offers a brief insight into the broadcast environment in Uganda, with a focus on radio and community radio in particular. It also guides community more...

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D C on January 17, 2013

The Transformational Impact of ICTs in Africa

The Transformational Impact of ICTs in Africa

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The e-Transform Africa report was launched on December 10 with the headline "Information and Communication Technology is Revolutionizing Development in Africa." The report highlights African ICT innovations and home-grown solutions in eight key sectors was produced jointly by the World Bank, African Development Bank, with support from the African Union and a Korean Trust Fund. The editors are Enock Yonazi, Tim Kelly, Naomi Halewood, and Colin Blackman. Support from the World Bank's Africa more...

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ODTA Team to Open Development Technology Alliance on January 10, 2013

Donors to the Global Fund: Who Gives How Much?

Donors to the Global Fund: Who Gives How Much?

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During the years 2001–2005, every pledge made to the Global Fund was fully paid. Since then this has not been the case: a total of $645 million in pledges made to the Global Fund for the years 2006–2011 has not yet been paid. The private sector provided only 0.3% of total pledges for 2011–2013 (about $10 million annually). However, this does not include (Product) RED, an alliance of various private sector companies, which, without making pledges, contributes about $20 million annually. It is more...

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D C on December 18, 2012

International human dimensions program (IHDP) 2011 annual report

International human dimensions program (IHDP) 2011 annual report

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The Report features editorials by IHDP's newest Scientific Committee members, Professors Ruth Oniang'o and Dan Ariely, and highlights some of the current challenges and opportunities of human dimensions research on global environmental change. Compiled in a shorter, more concise format, it has been designed to offer its readers an overview of the programme and its projects, and provide a comprehensive update on IHDP's latest activities and progress.

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D C on August 13, 2012

INTERNATIONAL JOBS JULY 2012

Uganda Christian University Lecturer - MarketingAcademic Registrar - Bishop Barham University Coll...Lecturer - Economics and ManagementLecturer - Human Resource ManagementPsychotherapist / Trainer - Johannesburg, South Af...Cambodian/Khmer InterpreterICAP Community Outreach AssistantSpecial Tribunal for Lebanon Jobs July 2012Internship Energy department 2012/2013FMO ICT Employee Business Analyst/BIFMO Planning & Control OfficerLegal Counsel Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontw...Interim more...

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Yona Maro on July 22, 2012

Small-Scale Water Providers in Kenya: Pioneers or Predators?

Small-Scale Water Providers in Kenya: Pioneers or Predators?

In 2008, 83 percent of Kenyans living in urban areas, had access to safe drinking water – down from 91 percent in 1990. This gradual deterioration in urban water access is mainly due to growing demand caused by rapid population growth, especially in the informal settlements Small-scale private water providers have entered the market to fill the gap left in public service provision. This study examines what role they play in ensuring affordable, safe and reliable water supply. It finds that more...

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Sonia Hossain on May 21, 2012

Using Credit to Grow Savings: Results from a Mobile Pilot in Kenya

Using Credit to Grow Savings: Results from a Mobile Pilot in Kenya

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Can financial services be sold with minimum human contact? This report reviews Jipange KuSave (JKS), an innovative savings product delivered through the mobile channel in Kenya. The Consultative Group to Assist the Poor (CGAP) and the Financial Sector Deepening Trust Kenya (FSD Kenya) provided a total of USD 540,000 to Mobile Ventures Kenya Limited (MVK) in November 2009 to enable MVK to pilot JKS. The report evaluates the hypothesis that financial services could be sold with little or no more...

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D C on May 15, 2012

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