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A regional case study approach to policy coherence for disaster resilience in SADC

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  • Clement Herbert Kalonga
  • Dewald van Niekerk
  • Livhuwani David Nemakonde

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Motivation Evidence for disaster resilience and policy coherence is limited in the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) region, yet it is key for member states to make informed decisions, optimize resources, and improve the effectiveness of disaster resilience and policy coherence efforts. This evidence, if available and used, has the potential to ensure that disaster resilience policies across different sectors and levels of government work together effectively to achieve desired outcomes, thereby reducing unintended negative consequences of policy decisions. Purpose The article provides contextual insights and empirical evidence on the state and implementation of policy coherence for disaster resilience at the regional level in SADC. It answers three key research questions related to the existence of case studies, the relevance of disaster resilience policy coherence, and how SADC region policies embrace disaster resilience policy coherence. Approach and methods The study used a mixed‐methods design combining qualitative and quantitative approaches. It applied the convergent parallel mixed‐methods design. Both primary and secondary data were collected through a survey questionnaire and key informant interviews. An embedded multiple‐case exploratory approach was used to develop case studies on disaster resilience policy coherence, drawing on selected policy frameworks and practices. Findings The findings reveal that while the concept of policy coherence is widely acknowledged and often embedded in regional and national strategies, the practical realization of this ideal is constrained by political, institutional, technical, and contextual challenges. Policy implications Embracing policy coherence is essential for harmonizing diverse disaster resilience and development frameworks, enabling better preparedness for complex and overlapping challenges. This can be achieved through strengthening political commitment through clear and coordinated policy direction. A key enabling factor is diversifying sources of finance, including public and private, which is essential to increase investment and ensure sustainable funding for SADC's disaster resilience efforts.

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  • Clement Herbert Kalonga & Dewald van Niekerk & Livhuwani David Nemakonde, 2026. "A regional case study approach to policy coherence for disaster resilience in SADC," Development Policy Review, Overseas Development Institute, vol. 44(3), May.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:devpol:v:44:y:2026:i:3:n:e70063
    DOI: 10.1111/dpr.70063
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