A Case Study about Sector-Wide Approach
DC’s point of view, it is interesting to learn what is going on in sector programmes in countries not supported by SDC in the health sector. Aid coordination via sector programmes or alternative mechanisms (e.g. PRSP) is one of the five key focus areas of the new SDC Health Policy (2003-2010). However, as all donors, SDC is still in a learning phase regarding sector programmes, and its support to sector programmes varies considerably between geographical departments2. SDC recognizes that other countries’ experiences can offer a perspective to the countries where it is helping implement a sector programme, such as in Tanzania and Mozambique, and other countries where a sector programme is under discussion, such as Rwanda.
SWAp that has received international acclaim for its design and execution. The paper seeks to understand why it is working, the critical factors for success, what did not work so well and why, and what lessons there may be for other countries. Furthermore, this paper lays the foundations for more in-depth country case studies on SWAp potential to be conducted by the Swiss Tropical Institute jointly with SDC. Read more..
