Maliro Ngoma

Broschiertes Buch

Assessing the Effectiveness of Social Cash Transfer Programs (SCTPs) in Building Long-Term Resilience in Masaiti District, Zambia

Balancing Community Ownership and Institutional Support: Lessons from Social Protection Programmes in Zambia

Beschreibung

Doctoral Thesis / Dissertation from the year 2025 in the subject Organisation and Administration, grade: PhD, , course: Education Management and Research, language: English, abstract: This study examined the role of Community Welfare Assistance Committees (CWACs) in the implementation of social protection programmes in Masaiti District, Zambia. Guided by the objectives of assessing household welfare outcomes, evaluating perceptions of CWAC effectiveness, analysing institutional support, and identifying implementation challenges, the research employed a mixed methods design. Data were collected from 120 households through structured surveys, 17 CWAC members via focus group discussions, and 11 key informants from government and non governmental institutions. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistics, while qualitative data were thematically coded and triangulated to enhance validity. The findings revealed that while social protection interventions such as the Social Cash Transfer (SCT) have improved access to education and health services, households continue to face persistent vulnerabilities, including reliance on subsistence farming, chronic food insecurity, and barriers to effective service utilization. Perceptions of CWAC effectiveness were mixed: households valued their role but expressed concerns about fairness, timeliness, and transparency; CWAC members emphasized their commitment but acknowledged resource and training gaps; and institutions affirmed their centrality while stressing the need for stronger accountability and capacity building. Institutional support from government and NGOs was found to be irregular, fragmented, and poorly coordinated, reflecting a gap between policy commitments and practice. Cross cutting challenges included inadequate resources, bureaucratic delays, weak institutional linkages, and community mistrust. The study concludes that CWACs are indispensable grassroots actors in Zambia's social protection system, but their effectiveness is constrained by systemic underinvestment and governance gaps. It recommends increased resource allocation, regular training, stronger accountability mechanisms, and improved coordination between government, NGOs, and community structures. By centring the perspectives of households, CWAC members, and institutions, the study contributes to both academic debates and policy discussions on community based social protection. It underscores the need to balance community ownership with institutional support to ensure that social protection programmes are inclusive, transparent, and sustainable.

Autor

Maliro Ngoma is a visionary academic and development practitioner whose career seamlessly bridges the disciplines of education, computer science, and development studies. His intellectual journey is marked by a profound commitment to interdisciplinary learning, innovation, and transformative social impact. He began his academic path with a Bachelor of Education from the Zambian Open University, establishing a strong foundation in pedagogy, curriculum design, and educational leadership. Motivated by a passion for technological advancement, he pursued a Master of Science in Computer Science at the prestigious Lomonosov Moscow State University in Russia, where he mastered advanced computing, systems analysis, and digital problem-solving. Recognizing the critical role of inclusive development and policy-driven change, Maliro expanded his expertise with a Master of Arts in Development Studies from the University of Lusaka. His work in this field explores the nexus of technology, education, and socio-economic development, with a focus on empowering communities through knowledge systems and innovation. Currently, Maliro is a PhD candidate in Education Management and Administration at the Zambian Open University, where his research centers on Strategic leadership in educational institutions, Policy formulation and implementation, Institutional governance and accountability and Digital transformation in public service delivery. With a rare blend of technical acumen, policy insight, and educational expertise, Maliro Ngoma is uniquely positioned to drive meaningful change across Zambia's development landscape and beyond. His academic versatility, global perspective, and unwavering commitment to lifelong learning make him a thought leader in educational reform, digital empowerment, and sustainable development.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: GRIN Verlag
• 1. Auflage
• Seitenzahl: 84
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. November 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 210mm x 148mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 135g
• ISBN-13: 9783389164136
• ISBN-10: 3389164138
• Artikelnr.: 75857651