Assesing the performance of community based management in the operation and maintenance of boreholes: a case study of Moyo district.

Abstract

The core objective of this paper is to examine the performance of community based management in the operation and maintenance of boreholes in Moyo district. The above objective was achieved through the following comprehensive performance Assessment system encompassing two levels as follows:  Level 1 – Functionality of the existing water points.  Level 2 – Operation and Management of Water points focusing on the roles and responsibilities of the Water User Committees. This include mainly; monthly contribution fee, regular meetings, representations and women in key positions, the surrounding environment. The level of management as an indicator is used to communicate the assessment results. There are several unknowns, such as responsibility, commitment, good-will, how the intervention of water point affects relationships within a “community”, and the effect of key individuals on management.