Appendix
Vision:A more secure Kandahar that is better governed and can deliver basic services to its citizens, supported by a more capable national government that can better provide for its security, manage its borders and sustain stability and reconstruction gains over the longer term.
Priorities:
• Training and Mentoring Afghan National Security Forces
• Basic Services
• Humanitarian Assistance
• Border Security and Dialogue
• Democratic Development and National Institutions
• Political Reconciliation
To support this vision and the priorities laid out in this report, the Government of Canada has identified a number of benchmarks and progress indicators that will help to:
• gauge levels of progress being achieved, or not, as the case may be;
• identify if and when adjustments to its approach are required, given the complex environment; and
• report results frankly to Canadians.
Benchmarking in Afghanistan is a difficult task with reporting dependent on gathering information while operating in a conflict zone. Many of the benchmarks are clearly defined, but some are still being refined. Where programming is relatively new, for example, indicators are still being developed and baselines or targets have not yet been set. These will all be regularly reviewed and adapted.
• Benchmarks are reference points that help assess progress in specific priority areas. The benchmarks are in some cases quantitative, providing numerical targets, and in other cases qualitative, for instance gauging public perception or assessing the implementation of policies and programs.
• Progress indicators provide more specific information on how work is proceeding against those reference points.The challenge with progress indicators is in the ability to regularly report against them on a quarterly basis.
• Baselines refer to the current status ofdevelopments associated withtheprogress indicators, are a fixed point, and will not change over time.
• Targets are the level of progress that we hope to achieve by2011.
Training and Mentoring Afghan National Security Forces
Context: Benchmarks to measure Afghan National Army (ANA) progress are very precise and consistent with NATO’s overall ANA training initiatives. To strengthen the policing, justice and corrections sectors, our benchmarks include both quantitative and qualitative indicators. A number of external factors will affect our ability to make progress in these areas. Insurgent violence deliberately targeting Afghan police has resulted in high rates of death, injury and desertion, which degrade police effectiveness and limit our ability to track trained police officers. Canada is one of many actors contributing to rule-of-law reform: Afghan ministries are leading this process and key international partners are playing critical roles.
Benchmarks
Benchmark:Increase in the number of ANA kandaks (army battalions) in Kandahar capable of conducting near-autonomous security operations, and increase in the capability of their brigade headquarters.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of ANA kandaks (and their brigade headquarters) capable of planning, executing and sustaining near-autonomous operations. | One of the five ANA kandaks is fully capable of planning, executing and sustaining near-autonomous operations (June 2008).* | To have four of the five ANA kandaks (and their brigade headquarters) fully capable of planning, executing and sustaining near-autonomous operations. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. One of the five ANA kandaks is fully capable of planning, executing and sustaining near-autonomous operations. |
*It was previously reported in the baseline for this progress indicator that the brigade headquarters was fully capable of planning, executing and sustaining near-autonomous operations. This was not accurate and the baseline has been adjusted accordingly.
Benchmark: Increase and/or maintain the effective strength (troops trained, ready and available for operations) of Kandahar-based ANA kandaks and their brigade headquarters.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The effective strength of the Kandahar-based ANA kandaks (and their brigade headquarters). | One of the five ANA kandaks has an effective strength of 67% and the remainder currently have an effective strength of over 80%. The ANA brigade headquarters has an effective strength of 77% (June 2008). | To sustain the level of effective strength of the Kandahar-based ANA kandaks (and their brigade headquarters) at 70% or higher. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. Five of the five Kandaks (and the brigade headquarters) have an effective strength of over 70%. |
Benchmark: ANA responsible for security in more of the six key districts of Kandahar.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
A progressive increase in the number of key districts in which the ANA is responsible for security, with fewer supporting ISAF troops. | The ANA is responsible for security in one of the six key districts (June 2008). | To have the ANA responsible for security in three of the six key districts. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. There are no key districts for which the ANA is responsible for security. In June, an ANA battalion held lead responsibility for security in one of the key districts. When the battalion rotated into a leave cycle, the security lead reverted back to the Canadian Forces. This battalion has since returned and resumed operations but the Canadian Forces maintain the lead for security. |
Benchmark: To increase the number of key districts where ANA are perceived by the majority of the population to be a professional and effective force that contributes to their well being in key districts of Kandahar province.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of key districts where the ANA has an approval rating of 85% or more. | In four of the six key districts the ANA has an approval rating of 85% or more (June 2008). | To maintain and/or increase the number of key districts where the ANA has an 85% approval rating. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. The ANA has an approval rating of 85% or more in four of the six key districts. Recent polling has shown that there has been no change from the baseline for this indicator. |
Benchmark: Increase in the number of key districts of Kandahar province where there is a perceived improvement in security conditions.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of key districts where the majority of Kandaharis perceive security as improving. | In zero of the six key districts, a majority of Kandaharis perceiving an improvement in security (June 2008). | The majority of Kandaharis in all six of the key districts perceive security as improving. * | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. There are no key districts where a majority of Kandaharis perceive an improvement in security. Recent polling has shown that there has been no change from the baseline for this indicator. |
* The target for this progress indicator has been adjusted upwards from a target of three key districts where the majority of Kandaharis perceive an improvement in security to a target of all six key districts where the majority of Kandaharis perceive an improvement in security.
Benchmark: Increased Afghan National Police (ANP) capacity to provide effective police services in key districts of Kandahar.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of ANP trained in Kandahar. | 25% of the ANP in key districts have completed Focused District Development (FDD) training (August 2008). | 80% of key district ANP forces will have completed Focused District Development (FDD) training. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. FDD training was completed by 386 ANP in the key districts this quarter, bringing the total to approximately 855 in the districts of Zharei, Panjwayi and Kandahar City. This is approximately 57% of all ANP for the key districts. The percentage of ANP trained will fluctuate between reporting periods as a result of ongoing changes in Afghan staffing levels |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of ANP forces in key districts capable of planning, executing and sustaining near-autonomous operations. | 0% of ANP forces in key districts are capable of planning, executing and sustaining near-autonomous operations (August 2008). | 80% of ANP forces in key districts are capable of planning, executing and sustaining near-autonomous operations. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. There were two police units assessed as capable of conducting basic law and order operations (which equates to sustaining near-autonomous operations) with occasional assistance from police mentors. This represents a total of 12% of the existing 17 police units in key districts. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of ANP infrastructure and equipment projects completed in Kandahar. | Five permanent substations have been constructed and equipped in key districts (August 2008). | A target for this indicator will be reported in the next quarterly report. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. There were no additional results to report this quarter. |
Benchmark: Improved detention facilities in Kandahar that support the work of the Afghan National Police (ANP).
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of infrastructure and equipment projects completed in Sarpoza prison and the Afghan National Directorate of Security (NDS) detention centre in Kandahar. | Immediate repairs were made in the wake of the attack on Sarpoza prison. Detailed needs assessments for ongoing infrastructure upgrades at both NDS and Sarpoza have been completed and project plans have been developed in consultation with the Afghan government (August 2008). | A target for this indicator will be reported in the next quarterly report. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. A number of security assessments were undertaken and measures implemented at Sarpoza prison and the National Directorate of Security this quarter (e.g., repairs to the prison’s observation towers). |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of corrections officials trained and mentored in Kandahar. | 23 corrections officers (30%) and one senior manager (50%) have successfully completed initial corrections training; and two senior managers (100%) are participating in management training (August 2008). | 100% of corrections officers and managers will have successfully completed their initial and advanced training programs. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. Eleven corrections officers completed initial corrections officer training this quarter for a total of 34 corrections officers (39% based on current staffing levels) trained in the key districts. Two senior managers completed 9 modules of training (out of 26 modules in total) as part of their management training. The percentage of corrections officers trained will fluctuate between reporting periods as a result of ongoing changes in Afghan staffing levels. |
Benchmark: Improved justice sector: a working court system in Kandahar City with competent judges, prosecutors, defence lawyers and administrative personnel in place.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of training programs in place for justice officials Kandahar. | There are no current training programs for justice officials in Kandahar (August 2008). | Target to be developed in consultation with the Afghan government and UN partners, with a view to confirming the target for the next quarterly report. | The frequency of reporting results will be in line with the target established. District officials from four of the key districts participated in pre-trial process seminars organized by the Kandahar Provincial Reconstruction Team this quarter. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of justice sector infrastructure and equipment projects completed in Kandahar. | Minimal judicial infrastructure exists. The Attorney General and the Ministry of Justice building requires repair. In Kandahar City, there is one courthouse which is in disrepair and housing for judges and prosecutors is inadequate. In the other districts, there are only three courthouses, all of which require upgrading. | Target to be developed in consultation with the Afghan government and UN partners, with a view to confirming the target for the next quarterly report. | The frequency of reporting results will be in line with the target established. A Kandahar Provincial Reconstruction Team position was staffed this quarter to advance planning and implementation of justice-sector infrastructure and equipment projects. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Improved Ministry of Justice capacity to draft, revise, translate and promulgate laws passed by the Afghan government. | Afghan Ministry of Justice's legislative drafting unit lacks the required capacity, processes and infrastructure to draft, revise, translate and promulgate legislation in an effective and timely manner (August 2008). | The Afghan Ministry of Justice's legislative drafting unit achieves improved capacity. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. There were continued discussions between Canada’s ambassador and the Afghanistan Ministry of Justice on plans to support the Ministry of Justice’s legislative drafting unit. |
Focused District Development (FDD) is a six-phase police reform program that involves re-training, equipping and mentoring district police forces, as consolidated units, over six to eight months (but generally lasts longer).
Basic Services
Context: A number of benchmarks have been established under this priority, though some are less tangible than others as they are based on Afghan perception and will be measured against findings from public opinion research. It is important to note that polling in a complex environment like Kandahar is challenging and results may not always be reliable.
In the case of the Dahla Dam signature project, some key indicators have been established relating to the area of land irrigated and number of jobs created. Other indicators of progress will continue to be refined as the project moves into the planning and implementation stages.
Benchmark: The Dahla Dam and its irrigation and canal system rehabilitated, generating jobs and fostering agriculture. *Canadian Signature Project*
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Number of jobs created by the Dahla Dam project. | Project plan is in development and will be finalized in the fall of 2008. | 10,000 seasonal jobs created by the project. Other targets will be established for the fourth quarterly report. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. The project plan for the Dahla Dam is currently under development with evaluation of bidders underway and contractor selection to be finalized prior to the next quarterly report. Thirty jobs have already been created in areas such as road and bridge building and security to support the inception of the project. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Number of hectares of land benefiting from improved irrigation and water management. | Project plan is in development and will be finalized in the fall of 2008. | A target will be developed for the fourth quarterly report. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly once reporting begins. Progress against this indicator will not be realized or reported until the project has been implemented and advanced to the irrigation phase. |
Benchmark: A total of 50 schools built, expanded, or repaired in Kandahar. *Canadian Signature Project*
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Number of school projects (built, expanded or repaired) in key districts. | 19 school projects contracted and one school project completed (June 2008). | 50 schools built, expanded or repaired. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. Fourteen formal schools are now under construction. One school was completed during this quarter, bringing the total to two schools completed. |
Benchmark: Local and provincial institutions able to meet and implement the objectives of the National Education Strategic Plan for Afghanistan.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Number of teachers trained in Kandahar. | No teachers trained as yet through Canadian programming (June 2008). | 3,000 trained teachers. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. Canada continues to advance discussions with the Ministry of Education and the World Bank and will report on results in this area during the next quarter. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Number of people receiving literacy training, vocational education and skills development. | More than 5,000 individuals have received literacy training. Some 735 individuals have received vocational training (2007). | A target will be developed for the next quarterly report. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. Close to 11,000 Afghans (including almost 9,000 females) in Kandahar continue to receive literacy training this quarter under a 10-month program through Canadian support to the World Food Program (WFP) (finishing in January 2009). Over 450 Afghans continue to receive vocational training this quarter through Canadian-funded support to the WFP over the period May 2008 to February 2009. |
Benchmark: Provincial institutions and community groups able to identify and implement infrastructure projects.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Percentage of communities in key districts that have completed infrastructure projects undertaken by the locally elected bodies. | 60% of communities in key districts have completed infrastructure projects (December 2007). | 75% of communities in key districts have completed infrastructure projects. | Results for this indicator will be reported annually. Through several programs supported by Canada, over 60 infrastructure projects were completed in key districts between June and September. These projects include community-level infrastructure projects such as rehabilitation of irrigation canals, roads, wells, culverts and protection wall construction. |
Benchmark: Kandaharis have confidence in the ability of the government in Kandahar to deliver basic services, particularly education and water, and job-oriented economic growth.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Percentage of Kandaharis who perceive an improvement in dependable delivery of services. | 75% of Kandaharis polled indicate they are satisfied with efforts of provincial and local-level government to improve quality of life. 64% of Kandaharis polled are somewhat or very satisfied with provision of education. 39% of polled Kandaharis indicated they are satisfied with employment (February 2008). | To maintain and improve on perception of service delivery. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. 72% of Kandaharis polled in this quarter indicated they are satisfied with efforts of provincial and local-level government to improve quality of life. 63% of Kandaharis polled are satisfied with the provision of education. 34% of polled Kandaharis indicated they are satisfied with employment. |
Benchmark: New economic opportunities created in key districts for Kandaharis.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of business enterprises and cooperatives established in key districts. | 206 agricultural cooperatives registered (April 2006) and 72 small and medium- sized enterprises operating (July 2008). | A target will be developed for the next quarterly report. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly following the establishment of a target in the next quarterly report. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of microfinance and savings clients served. | 30 microfinance loans provided to clients in Kandahar (March 2008). | A target will be developed for the next quarterly report. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. |
Humanitarian Assistance
Context: The first benchmark in this priority includes a series of quantitative and qualitative measures, as no single indicator is comprehensive enough to provide a complete picture. Considered together, they will help to provide an assessment of progress.
The challenges for this priority are not in the indicators themselves, but in the ability to report against them on a quarterly basis given that evaluations and assessments are undertaken across longer timeframes. The evolving nature of security can challenge humanitarian access and limit the ability to report publicly on some efforts below the national level. It is also important to note that with some information such as mine victims, officially reported numbers are only estimates given that many accidents go unreported.
Benchmark: Achievement of polio eradication in Afghanistan. *Canadian Signature Project*
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of immunizations delivered and children receiving the polio vaccine during each of the multiple national campaigns conducted annually—multiple vaccinations are required to stop transmission of polio. | Approximately 27.7 million vaccinations were administered to 7 million children during 4 national campaigns in 2007 (2007). | Eradication by vaccination by 2009. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly (Kandahar) and on an annual basis nationally. Seven million children were targeted for immunization during each of three national campaigns so far in 2008; national reporting to confirm those reached, however, is only received annually. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of polio cases reported. | 17 cases reported nationally (2007). | Eradication by 2009. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. Twenty cases of polio, eight of which are in Kandahar, were reported as of September 25, 2008. This is an increase over last year, which saw 5 of the 17 national cases reported for the entire year, in Kandahar. |
Benchmark: Public institutions able to plan and coordinate emergency assistance and support to vulnerable populations in Kandahar.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The capacity of the Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority (ANDMA) and Kandahar Provincial Disaster Management Authority (KPDMA) to put in place effective disaster preparedness plans. | PDMA and United Nations in Kandahar developed a comprehensive contingency plan for a severe winter in 2007 and anticipated spring floods. Two training sessions were provided for the KPDMA on disaster management. | A target will be developed for the next quarterly report. | Results for this indicator will be reported annually. ANDMA and KPDMA, along with the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and aid agencies, prepared a contingency plan during the quarter for a severe winter and anticipated floods for the southern region in 2008/2009. Approximately 3,800 families are targeted in Kandahar, along with 9,000 children under the age of five and 4,500 pregnant and lactating women. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The access that vulnerable populations— women, children, disabled persons, returnees and internally displaced persons — have to essential quality health services. | A baseline will be established for the next quarterly report. | Increase in the number of health workers available for Kandahar. | Results for this indicator will be reported annually. Canada is working with partners such as UNICEF to increase access to quality health services through the training of health care staff and the establishment of a new obstetric facility. As of September 2008, 90% of the construction of the facility was completed. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The amount of land released and made available for communities as a result of survey and clearance of mines and Explosive Remnants of War (ERW) nationally and in Kandahar. | From March 2007 to March 2008, 180 square kilometres of land were released and made available nationally. | The target is a cumulative total of 500 square kilometres of land released and made available. | Results for this indicator will be reported annually. Although formal reporting of results regarding land released to communities through surveys and clearance of mines is undertaken on an annual basis, Canada, as a lead donor, is working with its key mine action partners to report more frequently on detailed results achieved. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of people receiving mine awareness education in Kandahar. | From March 2007 to March 2008, 33,500 individuals were provided with mine awareness education. | 200,000 individuals provided with mine awareness education. | Results for this indicator will be reported annually. Following the integration of mine awareness education into the school curriculum for grades 1 to 6 by March 2008, this subject has been incorporated into grades 7 to 12 text books during the past quarter. Radio broadcasts have also been prepared during this past quarter which is helping to broaden the scope of the communities receiving mine awareness education. |
Border Security and Dialogue
Context: Border security and dialogue are ultimately contingent on strong relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan, and on the resolution of some longstanding issues. Canada’s benchmarks for this priority include qualitative and quantitative progress indicators to assess the effectiveness of Afghan and Pakistani border management efforts, including bilateral cooperation. As the border is long, its terrain difficult and its infrastructure underdeveloped, obtaining baseline information and establishing targets are challenging. Canada has already begun to work with the Afghan and Pakistani governments to identify infrastructure, training and other needs. This information will be essential to refining our baselines and targets in future.
Benchmark: Regular discussions on border issues.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Increased dialogue between Pakistani and Afghan officials through mechanisms including Canadian-sponsored workshops. | Three Canadian-sponsored workshops have been held to date. Key mechanisms for discussions were suspended by Afghanistan in July 2008 (August 2008). | Sustainable mechanisms for regular and substantive discussions across a broad array of issues are in place and operating for senior officials. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. There was an agreement this quarter between Afghanistan and Pakistan to resume bilateral discussions, including Afghanistan-Pakistan-ISAF Tripartite meetings. Dates are being explored for the next Canadian-sponsored workshop. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Increased cooperation at Kandahar-Baluchistan border. | Regular Canadian-facilitated discussions at Kandahar-Baluchistan border are continuing. | Mechanisms at border in place for regular and substantive discussions across a broad array of issues. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. There was agreement this quarter to resume Canadian facilitated discussions on the Kandahar-Baluchistan border between Afghan and Pakistani military officials in November. |
Benchmark: Better managed border crossings on the Kandahar-Baluchistan border.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Training completed by border officials. | No training provided to date (August 2008). | A training target is being developed, together with the governments of Afghanistan and Pakistan, with a view to confirming this target in the next quarterly report. | The frequency of reporting results will be in line with the target established. Canadian efforts this quarter were focused on assessing training needs and setting the groundwork for programming. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Key infrastructure projects completed, including procurement of equipment. | Assessment of infrastructure needs not yet complete, some equipment purchases underway (August 2008). | An infrastructure target is being developed, together with the governments of Afghanistan and Pakistan, with a view to confirming this target in the next quarterly report. | The frequency of reporting results will be in line with the target established. Canadian efforts this quarter were focused on assessing infrastructure needs and setting the groundwork for programming. A Kandahar Provincial Reconstruction Team position was staffed this quarter to advance border security programming. |
Democratic Development and National Institutions
Context: Given the nature of the first benchmark, measures will include quantitative data such as internationally recognized Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability (PEFA)* assessments in addition to qualitative assessments of ministry-specific evaluation activities and public perception assessed through polling.
The Government of Afghanistan intends to hold two elections before 2011: a presidential election and provincial council elections in 2009, and the election of parliament and district councils in 2010.
Canada will actively contribute in this area but it is important to recall that Canada is one of many actors. The Afghan government is leading, with support from the international community.
Benchmark: Key ministries in Afghanistan able to plan, resource, manage and maintain the delivery of services including at the sub-national level.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Effective planning and budgeting mechanisms in place. | The difference between planned and actual government spending is 9.7% (April 2008). | The difference between planned and actual government spending should be less than or equal to 5%. | Results for this indicator will be reported annually. Quarterly budget expenditures are on track to improve on the previous year’s performance as indicated by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) "Making Budgets Work" project's quarterly reports. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
Better government monitoring and reporting mechanisms in place to ensure transparency. | Comprehensiveness of budget execution and financial reports, frequency and public access to them (PEFA rating*): 3 (April 2008). | Comprehensiveness of budget execution and financial reports, frequency and public access to them (PEFA rating*): 3+. | Results for this indicator will be reported bi-annually. Although PEFA ratings are only formally assessed every two years, Canada is in discussions with the World Bank to advance annual assessments for Afghanistan. Progress in the areas assessed by the PEFA is being made through Canadian support to such programs as Making Budgets Work, the Afghanistan Sub-National Governance Program, and the Afghanistan Reconstruction Trust Fund, which identify and fill the needs of the Afghan government for continued progress in achieving good governance. |
Benchmark: Afghanistan’s ability to manage upcoming elections.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The establishment of a national voter registry. | Pilot voter registration process carried out in three selected provinces (April 2008). | Update of registry completed in a four-phased approach, in advance of 2009 presidential elections: | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. Canada's support to this process has so far been through the UNDP’s Enhancing Legal and Electoral Capacity for Tomorrow (ELECT). |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The number of registered voters nationally. | Approximately 12.6 million voters in the existing registry (2005). | Two million new registrants added to the current registry in advance of the 2009 presidential and provincial council elections. 500,000 new registrants added to the 2009 registry in advance of the 2010 parliamentary and district council elections. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly following the launch of a registration process. The Government of Afghanistan, with support from Canada, undertook planning and preparation to launch a voter registration process in October, including the launch of public outreach activities (in September), development of voter registration training materials and recruitment of staff. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The percentage of voter turnout. | 70% of registered voters participated in the last presidential elections. 51.5% of registered voters participated in the last parliamentary and provincial council elections. | Expectations will be established in consultation with the Government of Afghanistan for the next quarterly report. | To be reported as events occur in 2009 and 2010. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The establishment of an independent electoral complaints commission. | An independent electoral complaints commission does not currently exist (August 2008). | Establishment of an independent electoral complaints commission. | Results for this indicator will be reported quarterly. With the current priority focus on voter registration, work on the electoral complaints commission has moved into subsequent quarters. |
Political Reconciliation
Context: Ultimately, only the Afghan government has the authority to pursue political reconciliation; Canada and other international partners will play supporting roles. Progress indicators to measure this benchmark include the identification of Afghan institutions and officials responsible for moving reconciliation forward, as well as the establishment of a transparent and effective process for reconciling insurgents.
Afghanistan cannot secure peace or realize its governance and development objectives by military means alone. An Afghan-led, internationally supported reconciliation process can serve to foster sustainable peace.
Benchmark: The Government of Afghanistan increasingly able to promote reconciliation among Afghans.
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The Afghan government identifies the institutions and officials responsible for promoting Afghan reconciliation and a national reconciliation process is established. | A clear institutional focal point and process have yet to be identified (August 2008). | A lead authority is moving reconciliation process forward. | Canada continues to advocate the creation of an Afghan-led national reconciliation process, and remains in close contact with the Government of Afghanistan on this. We continue to support nascent Afghan-led efforts to develop strategies for reconciliation, which we hope will lead to the identification of a focal point and the development of a national reconciliation strategy. |
Progress Indicator | Baseline | 2011 Target | Quarterly Result |
The Afghan government is better able to communicate with Afghans about reconciliation. | The Government of Afghanistan’s ability to share information about its programs, policies and objectives in a timely manner is limited (August 2008). | The Government of Afghanistan is actively sharing information, at the national, provincial and district levels, regarding its programs, policies and objectives for reconciliation. | Canada is currently supporting efforts to increase the Government of Afghanistan’s capacity to communicate with its own population. This includes providing financial support to the Afghanistan Government Media Centre. |
