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Opening decision spaces: A case study on the opportunities and constraints in the public health sector of Mpumalanga Province, South Africa

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Abstract

By examining the balance of authority, accountability and capacity across multiple levels of the provincial health system, we are able to identify emergent decision space and areas for enlargement. Creating spaces to support more constructive relationships and dialogue across system levels emerges as important, as well as reinforcing horizontal networks to problem solve, and developing the capacity of link-agents such as community health workers to increase community accountability.

Research topics

  • Global Maternal and Child Health
  • Health Policy Implementation Science
  • Community Health and Development

Sustainable Development Goals

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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0304775

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