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18 May 2018

The latest trends in UK aid spending on nutrition

This data blog analyses the latest spending trends by the UK Department for International Development (DFID) in regards to aid spending in nutrition.

Written by Jordan Beecher

Capacity & Capability Developer

17 May 2018

Data and Development

Tony German reflects on the progress of the data revolution, and explores how new ways of using data can help us to end poverty.

Written by Tony German

Fellow

17 May 2018

Connecting IATI and FTS for streamlined humanitarian reporting

An introduction to a pilot project that aims to provide an automated way for organizations to publish information about their humanitarian funding.

16 May 2018

Leveraging data to achieve universal health coverage in Kenya’s poorest arid and semi-arid (ASAL) counties

Kenya is implementing UHC to ensure a healthy population in ASAL counties. Quality data on health and resource requirements are needed.

Written by Boniface Owino

Senior Analyst

10 May 2018

Devolution is working for Kenya, but quality data can make it work even better

This blog post accounts how devolution is working in Kenya and in what ways quality data could drive devolution promises and the Big Four agenda.

Written by Henry Odhiambo

Engagement & Partnerships Manager

4 May 2018

What do we know about the value of data?

The GPSDD concludes the best way to make the case for improved investments in data is to show the value of data in improving lives.

Written by Bill Anderson

Knowledge & Innovation Lead

24 April 2018

Three ways to help strengthen domestic resource mobilisation in low-income countries

Reversing the trend of stagnating DRM requires cooperation and coordination from a range of stakeholders, both international and national.

Written by Richard Watts

Senior Analyst

18 April 2018

Will blended finance lead to private sector growth in developing countries?

Donors facing pressure to scale up blended finance investments to plug the Sustainable Development Goal funding gap for the Sustainable Development Goals.

Written by Cecilia Caio

Senior Analyst

11 April 2018

Aid data use at country level: The example of Nepal

There are increasing efforts to improve how aid data is shared in Nepal. The AMP reflects a growing demand for improved transparency.

Guest author

Written by Conrad Zellmann