Implementation of medium term expenditure framework in Namibia
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2002
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The focus of this study was on the implementation process of MTEF [Medium Term Expenditure Framework] in Namibia, critically examining the stages, models and identifying the different role players and their stake in MTEF. Given the fact that Namibia implemented a home grown MTEF in Africa the idea was to examine, from an implementation perspective whether Namibia MTEF will be different from those MTEF initiative. The intention was to show that implementation should be clearly taken as an integral part of policy planning from the beginning. The methodology of research was structured oral interviews, library research, government documents (reports), and mass media. It was found that there is a need for MTEF structures such as budget committees within implementing agencies to co-ordinate MTEF activities. A need for a commission within Ministry of Finance to draft guidelines for MTEF implementation process was identified. This would create uniformity and conformity with MTEF objectives and structures in the country. The research highlighted the important link between policy makers and policy implementers, which is the implementation process. If this is not considered a critical component of any policy making process, MTEF in Namibia will not be successful. The research suggested ways on how to improve the MTEF implementation process in Namibia
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A research paper submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of master of public policy and administration (mppa)
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Finance, Economic planning