Joint evaluation of the role and contribution of the United Nations system in the Republic of South Africa

To assess the relevance and effectiveness of cooperation between South Africa and the UN system within the three-tier strategic policy priorities of the country: a better South Africa, a better Africa, and a better world. Thematic evaluations were conducted in four mutually agreed-upon areas – development, peace and security, the environment and humanitarian assistance – from which conclusions were drawn. In addition, three cross-cutting issues were assessed, namely gender equality, HIV&AIDS, and human rights and democracy.

The evaluation was carried out between September 2008 and March 2009. An evaluation report was prepared for each of the focus areas, outlining the specific analyses undertaken, findings and recommendations. This report is a synthesis of those four studies.