"The role of governance and transparency in achieving the development goals for Africa" : Conference on "Alliances for Integrity - Government and Business Roles in Enhancing African Standards of Living": presentation delivered by Mr. Robert Okello, officer-in-charge, economic commission for Africa

Abstract

ECA's recent research on the state of governance in Africa has generated a wealth of information on these issues. Findings are based on comprehensive expert surveys conducted in 28 countries representing close to three quarters of Africa's population, and further supported by extensive household surveys. Continent-wide, we found that economic management has improved considerably. Reformed public financial management and accountability has produced a more stable macroeconomic environment that is beginning to yield accelerated growth rates across much of Africa.