100‐days rapid change initiatives in African public water utilities

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to test the 100‐days rapid change model for African public water utilities.

Design/methodology/approach

A case study is conducted of three 100‐days rapid change programs in public water utilities in Uganda, Tanzania and Zambia.

Findings

The study finds that the 100‐days rapid change model is partly applicable to the African public water sector, given the right conditions.

Practical implications

The findings compose a motive and guidance for policy makers and public sector managers in developing countries to undertake 100‐days rapid change programs.

Originality/value

To date, no research is available on 100‐days rapid change programs in public water utilities from developing countries.

Citation

Schouten, M. and Buyi, T. (2010), "100‐days rapid change initiatives in African public water utilities", International Journal of Public Sector Management, Vol. 23 No. 5, pp. 431-443. https://doi.org/10.1108/09513551011058466