Results from case studies on social protection, agriculture and health, programmes receiving ODA in Kenya, Uganda and Ethiopia
This briefing reviews case studies in Kenya, Uganda, and Ethiopia to identify national factors that make aid‑funded programmes in health, agriculture, and social protection more effective. It finds that success depends not just on investment but on enabling policy frameworks, government commitment, political leadership, alignment with national plans, and context‑specific approaches. The report also highlights sustainability challenges, declining external financing, and country‑specific risks, offering recommendations to strengthen resilience, efficiency, and accountability.