Foundations and Frameworks: Understanding Public Policy in Zambia by Mpanji Siwingwa (PhD Candidate) - Public Policy_unza

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This presentation, delivered by PhD candidate Mpanji Siwingwa, provides a comprehensive overview of public policy foundations, frameworks, and their application in Zambia. It defines public policy and its key characteristics, examines the policy cycle from problem identification to evaluation, and explores key theoretical approaches such as Institutional Theory, Rational Choice Theory, Systems Theory, and Critical Theory. The material includes a detailed case study of Zambia’s Social Cash Transfer Program and analyzes the country's policy landscape within the context of the Eighth National Development Plan and Vision 2030. It also addresses the specific context of health policy in Zambia, covering its evolution, challenges, and innovations such as e-health and community health workers. This tertiary-level resource is essential for university students pursuing degrees or diplomas in public policy, development studies, public health, or governance. It offers critical insights for exam preparation and equips future policymakers with the analytical tools to understand and influence effective policy development and implementation. Download this detailed presentation to enhance your academic understanding of the processes, actors, and frameworks that shape public policy in Zambia and other low- and middle-income countries.