what type of transfer is best? gerald nyasulu concern universal
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What type of transfer is best?
Gerald NyasuluConcern Universal
Three types of transfer: Cash Vouchers In-kind (goods package + maize flour)
We recommend: Cash & in-kind (maize flour only)
We do not recommend: Vouchers
….. Why?
We will compare the transfers in terms of:
Well-being of beneficiaries
• Did the transfers reduce hunger?
• Did the transfers reduce unmet needs?
Logistics of different transfers
Comparative costs
Criteria for comparison of transfers
Did the transfers reduce hunger?
Improvement in meals eaten by beneficiaries
Figure 1: Mean no. of times DP ate nsima yesterday
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Figure 2: Mean no. of times that DP ate meat/chicken/fish last week
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Meeting other basic needs In-kind transfers reduced unmet need
for items included in pack of goods e.g. blankets, metal cooking pots
Cash and vouchers more effective in reducing unmet needs for other items e.g. clothes (not included in pack)
Cash did better than vouchers
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Reduction in unmet need for soap by type of transfer
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Logistics and cost Cash Vouchers
Coordinating retailers
Printing Commissions Reconciliation
In-kind Liaison with
suppliers
Proportion of total cost that reaches beneficiaries Cash: 62% In-kind: 61% Vouchers: 56%
RecommendationCombination of:
In-kind (maize flour only)Meets basic food needs
CashProvides other items – animal protein,
basic needs goods such as soap, clothing, blankets
Avoid vouchers – like cash, but less efficient!