Bridging the hunger gap with cash transfers: experiences from Malawi
Author(s)
Ntata, PiersonEditor(s)
Eade, DeborahPublication date
2010-05-01Country
Malawi
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Development in PracticeDocument type
Journal articleLanguage
EnglishDescription
Food shortages have become a chronic feature of many sub-Saharan countries, not just because of bad weather but also because of increasing poverty levels. In economies that do not have government social-security programmes, humanitarian relief and safety-net initiatives are imperative to prevent mass starvation. This article discusses the implementation of a cash-for-work programme designed to bridge the hunger gap in Malawi, highlighting its value and drawing lessons for practitioners with regard to the various components of the programme such as design, targeting, and timing, as well as challenges.Pages
6ISSN
0961-4524EISSN
1364-9213ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1080/09614521003709924