Poverty and vulnerability are among the major problems in Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA).

The fight against poverty remains the key development goal of the Government of Mozambique (GoM).

The socio-economic condition in most COMESA countries is characterised by persistent high poverty levels and low food security.

Public spending is one of the most effective instruments in promoting agricultural growth and reducing poverty in developing countries. Thus, monitoring public spending in agriculture is crucial.

Pastoralism is the dominant livelihood activity in the North Eastern Province (NEP) of Kenya. It is supplemented only by a limited amount of agriculture along the rivers.

Public spending on agriculture needs to be traced to learn how much is being spent, where it is being spent, what it is being spent on and for whom, and how it has changed over time.