Global Journal of Public Policy and Administration

The Role of Disaster Management Frameworks in Enhancing Human Security: A Review

2025-06-25T13:54:08+00:00

Aim: This study aims to examine the role of disaster management frameworks in enhancing human security by analyzing national and regional approaches, and assessing their integration of preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation strategies in disaster-prone contexts.

Methods: A qualitative review methodology was used, synthesizing academic literature and national disaster policies from countries including India, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Nigeria, and the European Union. The analysis focused on the alignment of these frameworks with the pillars of human security—freedom from fear, want, and indignity—and their effectiveness in disaster risk reduction and resilience building.

Results: The findings indicate that well-structured disaster management frameworks significantly improve human security by enhancing community resilience, institutional coordination, and individual preparedness. Countries that implemented technology-driven, community-inclusive, and multi-sectoral approaches—such as Ethiopia and Tanzania—demonstrated stronger alignment with human security principles. Conversely, nations with underfunded or fragmented systems, like Nigeria, showed reduced effectiveness. Across cases, the integration of early warning systems, legal structures, public education, and recovery support services were pivotal in reducing vulnerability and promoting long-term stability.

Conclusion: Disaster management frameworks are essential for protecting populations from both immediate and long-term disaster impacts.

Recommendations: Governments and disaster agencies should strengthen their frameworks by increasing community participation through regular training and simulations, securing long-term funding for critical infrastructure and response systems, and establishing clear, inclusive communication protocols for effective coordination before, during, and after disasters.

Climate Change Adaptation Policies in East African Countries: A Review of Institutional Responses and Implementation Gaps

2025-05-26T15:22:42+00:00

Aim: This study aimed to examine the implementation of climate change adaptation policies in East African countries, with a focus on institutional responses and implementation gaps.

Methods: The study employed a qualitative research design using a systematic literature review of academic articles, policy documents, and institutional reports published between 2010 and 2025. Sources were selected based on relevance to climate change adaptation in East Africa. The study was limited by its reliance on secondary English-language sources, which may omit recent or informal developments.

Results: The study highlights significant progress in climate adaptation across East African countries, particularly through decentralized governance and community-based initiatives such as Kenya’s County Climate Change Funds and Rwanda’s Green Gicumbi Project. National strategies like Ethiopia’s Climate Resilient Green Economy (CRGE) also demonstrate strong commitments to resilience. However, institutional barriers—such as centralized decision-making, poor inter-agency coordination, limited climate data infrastructure, and insufficient funding—continue to hinder implementation. Strengthening local engagement, technical capacity, and regional collaboration through bodies like EAC and IGAD is essential for scaling adaptation and attracting global climate finance.

Conclusion: The region has made notable progress through national adaptation plans, regional collaborations, and community-driven initiatives. However, there remain significant gaps in financial resources, technical capacity, and institutional coordination.

Recommendations: East African governments should invest in building the capacity of local institutions through training, technical support, and policy coordination to effectively design and implement adaptation strategies. Adaptation policies should be localized and inclusive, focusing on empowering communities to manage climate risks directly.

The Cancer of Corruption and Service Delivery in Public Institutions in Developing Countries: A Thematic Review

2025-06-20T13:22:31+00:00

Aim: This study explored the pervasive impact of corruption on public service delivery within developing countries, examining its manifestations, root causes, and evidence-based strategies for reform. The primary objective is to identify thematic patterns that link systemic corruption to inefficiencies in health, education, infrastructure, and governance.

Methods: A thematic review approach was employed, synthesizing recent peer-reviewed literature and institutional reports published in reputable journal and institutional sources. Thematic analysis was conducted to extract recurrent patterns concerning the impact, drivers, and mitigation of corruption across diverse public sectors in selected developing nations.

Results: The review reveals that corruption significantly undermines public service delivery by fostering delays, increasing costs, and facilitating the misallocation of resources. In sectors such as healthcare and education, bribery and favoritism reduce access and equity, while procurement-related corruption leads to inflated costs and substandard outcomes. Key predisposing factors include lack of transparency, weak accountability mechanisms, political instability, and deficient institutional checks. Conversely, countries such as Botswana, Singapore, and Georgia illustrate that strong political will, independent anti-corruption agencies, and comprehensive institutional reforms can drastically reduce corruption and enhance service delivery.

Conclusion: Corruption acts as a systemic barrier to effective governance and equitable service provision in developing nations. Its persistence is sustained by weak institutional frameworks and socio-political vulnerabilities.

Recommendation: To mitigate corruption’s impact, governments must institutionalize transparency, enforce accountability, and strengthen anti-corruption bodies. Adopting models from successfully reformed states and tailoring them to local contexts offers a pragmatic pathway toward restoring integrity in public service delivery.