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This paper presents findings from a study which set forth to examine the governance of Constituency development
Catalyst Fund. It focused on three pillars of governance which are; accountability, rule of law and fairness. The
study was conducted in Vwawa constituency, in Mbozi District, Songwe Region in Tanzania. The study data were
collected through semi-structure interviews, focus group discussions and (FGDs) and Observation. These were
later transcribed and subsequently analyzed. The findings revealed that CDCF implementation was imbued with
lack of accountability especially in publishing information of the expenditure of CDCF although villagers had
chances to report all cases with fraudulent elements on CDCF and other funds. It was farther found that
procurement process followed the required procedures, although in some circumstances it was influenced by either
ward or constituency officers. Furthermore, it was found that the CDCF distribution was fair, however, in some
cases, influenced by politicians especially the MP. Based on these findings, the study concludes that, the presence
of well informed citizens may facilitate them to hold CDCF officers and other stakeholders accountable in any
matter concerning the fund. Rules and regulations must be observed. Citizens must involve in decision making
about CDCF activities. The practice done by some politicians in influencing the distribution of the funds is
jeopardizing fairness in allocation of funds. All villages need the support from CDCF. The study recommends that,
it is important to have well informed citizenly who can be able to hold officers and other stake holders accountable.
It also recommends that, citizens should participate fully in decision making of CDCF activities. Lastly it
recommends that, the distribution of the funds should not be influenced by the politicians. |
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