May 2012 Blog Posts (4)

Join a live webcast Wednesday, May 30, 12:30-2 pm (USA EDT) on assessing the impact of capacity development on inclusive ownership. The webcast discusses a case study in how information and communications technology helped to build inclusive ownership and accountability in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Participants will discuss how a results-focused…

A new case study illustrates how capacity development can create a more inclusive environment for citizens—wherein they are empowered to participate in decisions impacting their community—leading to more sustainable development. The case describes how a capacity development intervention eased citizens' participation in…

By Mark Downes, Head of ISSAT

Returning from a recent mission in Rwanda where I was involved in undertaking a scoping study for one of ISSAT’s Governing Board members, I was reflecting on the constraints of, and presumptions made in, designing programmes to support SSR. It was precipitated by a discussion with a Dutch colleague, who in the course of the conversation quoted General Colin Powell in saying that ‘hope is not a…

A new feature article discusses how strengthening the capacity of government, non-government and private sectors is essential for Africa's development goals.

The article is a recap of viewpoints brought up by panelists and audience members at the April forum on …