Social accountability mechanisms and corruption in local government in Amuria district
Abstract
Abstract
The study sought to investigate the impact created as a result of implementing social accountability
mechanisms in Local Government in Amuria: a case study of Orungo Sub County. The specific
objectives of the study were to establish the contribution created as a result of implementing social
accountability mechanisms in curbing corruption in local government; correspondingly identify
challenges and solutions faced by individual/institution in implementing Social Accountability
Mechanisms and establish the relationship between Social Accountability Mechanisms and
Corruption in local government.
The research design that was adopted for this study was a case study and was majorly focused on use
of both qualitative and quantitative approaches using the following methods; observation, Focused
group discussions, interviews and surveys. Specifically the following instruments were helpful
throughout the study that helped in generating data required of this study: Observation check list,
interview and focused group guides. Descriptive and statistical approaches were used for processing
and analyzing data and statistical data was presented in graphs and charts using excel.
The findings from the study reveal that, there is demonstrated impact realized as a result of
implementing social accountability mechanisms. This was demonstrated by citizens increasingly
getting involved in the affairs of their governance specifically as regards to monitoring service
delivery; however participation in monitoring was reported to be only limited to few people especially
the community monitors who have knowledge about social accountability mechanisms and
consultation for the citizens by the duty bearers was revealed by the study to be limited.
Conclusion, The study recommends the need to raise the awareness of citizens about their rights and
obligations and strengthening of opportunities for citizens participation in monitoring service delivery
and governments responsiveness to the issues raised by citizens among others