CoST – the Infrastructure Transparency Initiative (CoST) is the leading global initiative improving transparency and accountability in infrastructure. Working around the world, CoST brings together government, private sector and civil …
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CoST Afghanistan saves millions through independent, pre-contract oversight body
Today, CoST publishes a new impact story which explores how implementing the CoST approach in Afghanistan has contributed to a saving of AFN 646 million (US$8.3 million), through the creation …
CoST Afghanistan impact: Paving the way to better roads and a stronger economy
This impact story explores how in Afghanistan, the CoST approach has contributed to a saving of AFN 646 million (US$8.3 million) through the creation of an independent, pre-contract oversight body. …
CoST in the media: January – February
Engaging the media is a key part of the CoST approach, increasing accountability by ensuring key issues in public infrastructure projects enter the public domain. It’s already been a busy …
International Women’s Day: Interview with Fooman Forough, Adviser to Afghanistan’s Minister of Energy and Water
March 8th is International Women’s Day, which celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women around the world. To mark International Women’s Day 2020, CoST talked to Fooman …
Four ways e-project monitoring improves outcomes
CoST Uganda convened a high-level workshop this week to mark the launch of its new electronic Infrastructure Monitoring Tool (e-IMT). The e-IMT provides an online platform with which to track …