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