Summary Table and Coding Grid
| Location | Chitungwiza Community Development Network, Zimbabwe | ||
| Variable | Summary of the qualitative description | Coding | |
| DP_1 Collective Governance | The Chitungwiza Community Development Network exhibits moderate collective governance, partially meeting the criteria for “collaborative governance.” Key points include: 1) Active citizens and local communities are engaged in decision-making processes, reflecting a bottom-up approach facilitated by constitutional provisions and representation at the ward level. 2) Government support is acknowledged, primarily in terms of listening to community issues and implementing some changes within the municipality. 3) The private sector’s involvement is limited. Its participation is sought on an ad hoc basis when its expertise is required. 4) Numerous NGOs and civil society organizations are involved in the initiative, contributing to its development and implementation. 5) Knowledge institutions such as schools, research institutions, and universities play a role in supporting the initiative’s objectives. Overall, while the Chitungwiza Community Development Network demonstrates some elements of collaborative governance, there are areas where further integration and involvement of stakeholders, particularly the private sector, could enhance its effectiveness. | Moderate | 2 |
| DP_2 Enabling state | The Chitungwiza Community Development Network relies on an enabling state to facilitate collective actions for the commons. While the government’s financial support is limited, it plays a crucial role in supporting ideas and ensuring local members understand and endorse the project. Although governmental assistance was pivotal in initiating the project, ongoing support is essential for attracting more participants and investors. While the support provided is primarily ideological and human rather than financial, it contributes to the project’s moderate adherence to the design principle of an enabling state. | Moderate | 2 |
| DP_3 Pooling economies | The CDN Project does not rely on the Government for funds, and does not have a specific source of revenue. This | Weak | 1 |
| DP_4 Experimentalism | Experimentalism is identified as weak as the approach has not been replicated or launched in other parts of the country or elsewhere. | Weak | 1 |
| DP_5 Tech justice | Tech Equality is considered weak because it transcends just communication, and the primary means of technology and information is communication that is easily accessible. Whatsapp is also used; however, it is not highly evident due to network providers’ high cost of data tariffs. Therefore, WhatsApp groups are formed first amongst wards, and then later, a general one is put in place. Also, Facebook and Twitter to reach out to other external people. Therefore, Tech Justice is identified as weak as access and application are unclear. | Weak | 1 |
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