HOSPITAL GOVERNANCE FOR THE COUNTIES IN KENYA, ‘EPHASIS ON GOVERNMENT-RUN INSTITUTIONS

Authors

  • Maranga, A. K Deparment of Nursing, Egerton University, P.O. Box 536-20115, Egerton, Kenya
  • Mukthar, V. K Deparment of Nursing, Egerton University, P.O. Box 536-20115, Egerton, Kenya
  • Dr. Mutunga C, S School of Nursing, Mount Kenya University, P.O.Box 342-01000, Thika, Kenya
  • Chemoiwa,R. K Deparment of Nursing, Egerton University, P.O. Box 536-20115, Egerton, Kenya

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53555/eijmhs.v1i3.94

Abstract

Sound institutions and good governance go hand in hand, Kaufman and Kraay (2003) defines good governance as “the traditions and institutions by which authority in a country is exercised”.it encompasses:- the capacity of the government to formulate and implement sound policies, manage resources and provide services efficiently; and  the process that allows citizens to select, hold accountable, monitor and replace government; and, the institutions that govern economic and social interaction.

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2015-09-27