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Abstract
The contribution of a major aid agency, UNICEF, to the social sector in three African countries is reviewed and important lessons are drawn for developing the social sector in South Africa. UNICEF's commitment to children and women and its substantial development expertise bestow many advantages on developing bilateral relations with UNICEF. It is equally important to develop sound social policies and adequate community‐based programmes in which UNICEF's expertise and resources can be incorporated. Guidelines are formulated for reducing dependence and vulnerability to donor assistance in the social sector.
Notes
An earlier version of this article was published in Progress, newsletter of the Kaiser Family Foundation. The author thanks Ms S Kimarayo; UNICEF staff; and government officials, project members and others in the different countries for their valuable time and critical comments. It was a great privilege to work with Drs M Mauras and Martin Mogwanja of UNICEF New York.
Director, Centre for Health and Social Studies, University of Natal.