Programme Aid and Development: Beyond Conditionality

This insightful work delves into the complexities of programme aid within the context of international development. The authors, A. Geske Dijkstra and Howard White, examine the dynamics between aid provision and the conditions often attached to it, offering a critical perspective on whether such conditionalities truly foster sustainable growth. By analyzing various case studies and policies, they challenge the conventional wisdom surrounding aid effectiveness.

The book urges readers to reconsider the traditional approaches to development assistance, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of how programme aid can be structured to promote genuine progress. Through their thorough research, Dijkstra and White illuminate pathways that prioritize local ownership and long-term outcomes, making a compelling case for a shift beyond mere conditionality in aid frameworks.