CoST Multi-Stakeholder Group (MSG) members play a pivotal role in the CoST approach. Not only do they lead on the development of CoST programmes, but – through their senior positions …
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”Too bossy” to be a boss? CoST Uganda shines light on challenges for women in infrastructure
A webinar held by CoST Uganda has shone light on some of the pitfalls faced by women working in – or hoping to work in – infrastructure. These roles are …
Interview with Alex Flores, investigative journalist and winner of CoST Honduras Journalism Prize
CoST Honduras held the third annual Journalism Prize for Transparency in Infrastructure on 29 May, with a virtual event streamed live on Facebook. The prize recognises investigative journalists in Honduras …
Journalists have critical task of reporting on infrastructure as Uganda faces flooding amidst COVID-19
During a webinar hosted by CoST Uganda, the government has been urged to embrace access to information and disclosure to enhance infrastructure transparency. The webinar, which explored the role of …
As public spending skyrockets, how can Honduras avoid pitfalls of poor oversight?
CoST Honduras hosted a webinar this week, attended by representatives from the private sector, civil society, media, Citizen Transparency Commissions (CTCs) and academia. In total 50 people from half a …
CoST Afghanistan amplifies private sector voice in a bid to strengthen procurement
CoST Afghanistan has brought together figures from the construction industry, along with civil society, academia and the government, for a webinar on the challenges of doing business with the government. …