In 2012 and 2013, Policy Forum has been facilitating training on Social Accountability Monitoring (SAM) to various groups including councillors and district staffs, CSOs members and citizens in Rufiji, Kilwa and Kibaha districts so as to empower communities to participate effectively in district governance based on their right to social accountability. This capacity enhancement enables civic groups and communities to evaluate evidence of the implementation of finance management processes and make recommendations to improve these processes.

During this time, the SAM training attracted 43 participants (Male 27, Female 16) where a good mix of participants from the Local Government Authorities (LGAs), Councillors, CSOs and communities provided an opportunity for interactions, experience-sharing and the strengthening of linkages betweene them.

More importantly, the SAM training empowered local communities to demand for explanations and justifications on issues related to income and expenditure management at district level.

For a brief narration involving the district of Kisarawe which illustrates how stakeholder engagement and participation has been enhanced as a result of SAM, click here