This book presents the results of the study arising from an assessment of managerial, technical and fiscal capacity of Chongwe District Council, and the effectiveness of community participation, in relation to development planning, implementation and management of public services. With respect to managerial capacity, the results are presented in terms of the effectiveness of service provision by the Council and the availability and qualifications of key staff in Planning, Works and Treasury Departments. Regarding technical capacity, the results are presented with regards to the availability...