Policies / Policies from 2011

Policies from 2011

Policies with publication year 2011.

Framework for Action and Recommendations on Harmful Traditional Practices

African Union

Central Africa2011—Other

This is a documentation of the priorities for action in combating harmful traditional practices as discussed in the "Pan- African Conference on Celebrating Courage and Overcoming Harmful Traditions" held at AUC conference centre, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 5th -7th October 2011. The purpose of the Conference was to acknowledge the efforts, share the experiences gained and celebrate the courage of many women, men and organizations that have been inspirational in the process of eliminating harmful traditional practices.

Action Plan for Implementing the AMV

African Union

Central Africa2011—Other

This action plan has an overarching goal to achieve the Africa mining vision to create circumstances that support a transparent, equitable and optimal exploitation of Africa's mineral resources to underpin broad-based sustainable growth and socio-economic development.

EAC Development Strategy (2011/12 � 2015/16)

East African Community

East Africa2011—Other

This is the 4th East African Community Development Strategy that spans over five years. It outlines broad strategic goals of the East African Community as well as the specific targets to be achieved during the period. It assesses the achievement of the 3rd EAC development strategy (2006-2010) and the challenges experienced. It also presents priority interventions during the period 2011/12-2015/16 and also details the monitoring and evaluation mechanism.

The Value Added Tax Act, 2011

Ministry of Finance

Eswatini2011Public FinanceOther

The Value Added Tax Act of 2011 introduced VAT as Eswatini�s main indirect tax, replacing the old sales tax system. It applies to goods, services, and imports at a standard rate of 15 percent, while also providing for exemptions and zero-rated categories. Businesses can claim input tax credits, and compliance is overseen by the Eswatini Revenue Authority. This Act belongs to the taxation and public finance sector, was signed in 2011, and falls under the Ministry of Finance.

Elimination Of New HIV Infections Among Children By 2015 And Keeping Their Mothers Alive: National Strategic Framework for Accelerated Action (2011-2015)

Ministry of Health

Eswatini2011HealthOther

This is a national strategic framework for the elimination of new HIV infections among children by 2015 and keeping their mothers alive. It was developed to strengthen and accelerate the effort to eliminate HIV transmission to children and improve the survival of mothers for the period of four year.

High Court (Mediation) Rules, 2011

Ministry of Law and Justice

Lesotho2011Judiciary And Legal AdministrationRegulation

Established in May 2011 (Gazette No. 48), these rules introduced a court-annexed mediation process for High Court disputes. Under the system, mediation is mandatory before litigation can proceed, and it is overseen by designated mediators. The aim is to facilitate early settlement of disputes in a less adversarial manner.

National Health Policy

Ministry of Health

Lesotho2011HealthPolicy

This policy aims to reduce morbidity and mortality in Lesotho by improving health status of citizens. The main policy measures include free universal access to HIV and AIDs information, prevention, treatment, care and support to all citizens; promoting behavioural change for good health; promoting healthy environment; strengthen immunization against communicable diseases for vulnerable groups; and establishing clear guidelines and legislation on implementation of communicable and non-communicable diseases.

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