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It explains that the conference will explore the appropriate frameworks which would enable the political leadership and public bureaucracies to manage policies formulated specifically to prevent the deepening of the recession or alleviate the economic crisis.

Government revenues are expected to suffer as economic activity slows and commodity prices fall. In many African countries, however, the ability to offset adverse shocks through spending depends upon higher donor support.

Ms Githaiga concurred with AAPAM observation that declines in donor support and tighter financing conditions will impose further pressures on African governments’ budgets.

They said many countries will need to increase spending to protect the poor, and additional spending may arisefrom economic downturn on African countries.

The 31st AAPAM round table conference will also address the impact of the responses and outcomes and, as well, suggest the appropriate approaches to enhancing the readiness of the public service in responding to the current and future situations of global economic crises.