Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009)

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Evaluating e-Government Services in Urban Slums: A User Satisfaction and Efficiency Assessment in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Mesafint Kebede, Department of Artificial Intelligence, Jimma University Belay Desta, Department of Data Science, Bahir Dar University Mekuria Yihugebär, Hawassa University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18896228
Published: June 4, 2009

Abstract

Urban slums in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia present unique challenges for e-Government service delivery due to limited access and digital literacy. A combination of quantitative surveys (n=1000) and qualitative interviews (n=50), employing a Likert scale for user satisfaction and time-use analysis for efficiency outcomes. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and thematic coding for qualitative data. Users reported an average satisfaction score of 7 out of 10, with significant variance in service efficacy across different slums (e.g., Amhara vs. Addis Ababa districts). The mixed-methods approach enabled nuanced insights into user experiences and identified key areas for improvement. Targeted digital literacy programmes and tailored e-Government services are recommended to enhance service efficacy in urban slums. e-Government, citizen engagement, Addis Ababa, urban slums, mixed-methods evaluation

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Mesafint Kebede, Belay Desta, Mekuria Yihugebär (2009). Evaluating e-Government Services in Urban Slums: A User Satisfaction and Efficiency Assessment in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. African Communication Policy (Media/Policy/Social), Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18896228

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EthiopiaUrbanizationGeographic Information Systems (GIS)Participatory MappingCommunity EngagementQuantitative ResearchQualitative Research

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