by soapbox | Jun 3, 2011
After reviewing the results of the Open Budget Survey 2008, the Afghan government responded that the national budget is highly dependent on foreign aid, which can be unpredictable. Thus it is difficult to finalize consolidated budget documents, including the Executive’s Budget Proposal, far enough in advance to allow the legislature sufficient time to review it. However, the Ministry of Finance expressed a desire to improve Afghanistan’s OBI score by making more budget information publicly available.
by soapbox | Apr 25, 2011
by soapbox | Dec 31, 2008
Update:
After reviewing the results of the Open Budget Survey 2008, the Afghan government responded that the national budget is highly dependent on foreign aid, which can be unpredictable. Thus it is difficult to finalize consolidated budget documents, including the Executive’s Budget Proposal, far enough in advance to allow the legislature sufficient time to review it. However, the Ministry of Finance expressed a desire to improve Afghanistan’s OBI score by making more budget information publicly available.
by soapbox | Dec 31, 2008
Zambia’s score on the Open Budget Index shows that the government provides the public with some, albeit incomplete, information on the central government’s budget and financial activities during the course of the budget year. This makes it difficult for citizens to hold government accountable for its management of the public’s money.
by soapbox | Dec 31, 2008
Yemen’s score on the Open Budget Index shows that the government provides the public with scant information on the central government’s budget and financial activities during the course of the budget year. This makes it very difficult for citizens to hold government accountable for its management of the public’s money.
