5.1: Governance

Better governance through access to information

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To govern well, decision-makers need access to the right information at the right time. They need to know what services citizens need, how to maximize value for money in public procurement, and how international donors are willing to help. They also need to continuously process and respond to feedback from the public on their policies and development activities. This requires open communication channels and governing institutions capable of making information accessible to the public at low costs. Development Gateway’s information management solutions allow governments and citizens to engage in mutually beneficial dialogue that democratizes the development process. Through information tools, governments can access the data they need to make better public investments and policy decisions, and citizens can access the information they need to hold governments accountable for their promises. Many of Development Gateway’s solutions are complemented by institutional strengthening programs, so that partner governments build lasting institutional capacity for information management. Development Gateway focuses on the following areas in supporting good governance through better information:

Stakeholder(s):

• Decision-Makers


• Citizens

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