Measures to improve management capacity, motivation and productivity in public enterprises in Africa

Abstract

This study by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) explores strategies to enhance management capacity, motivation, and productivity in African public enterprises (PEs). It addresses the operational issues related to productivity management, focusing on capital and material resources, human resources, and the impact of structural adjustment programs. The study emphasizes the need for a coherent policy framework that links macro-level efficiency improvements with measures to build technical and managerial capacities at the enterprise level. Recommendations include improving maintenance practices, optimizing resource use, enhancing employee motivation through financial and non-financial incentives, and adopting appropriate organizational designs to meet productivity challenges.