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PROGRAMME:

NAME: Tanaka M Kariri SC221961M

Washington Mbonyeya SC221111M

Shupai Harry Manjanda SC221694M
Charity Mbonyeya SC16694M
Justice Shawarira SC221752M
Hopewell Mwaambira SC221924M
Pauline Chikate SC211520M
Kudakwashe Gama SC22199M

TITLE OF ASSIGNMENT:

With an aid of a diagram explain in detail components of the logical framework approach
(LFA). How useful is the LFA in planning, monitoring and evaluation of projects and programs?
Give examples

COURSE:

LECTURER: DUE DATE: 13/05/22

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The Logical Framework Approach (LFA) is an analytical process and set of tools used to support
project planning and management. According to the World Bank (2000), the Logical Framework
has the power to communicate the essential elements of a complex project clearly throughout the
project cycle. It is used to develop the overall design of a project, to improve the project
implementation monitoring and to strengthen periodic project evaluation. It provides a set of
interlocking concepts which are used as part of an iterative process to aid structured and
systematic analysis of a project or programmed idea (EUROPEAN COMMISSION 2004).
Below are the general components of the logical framework approach.

Goal
A project goal is a very general, high-level and long-term objective of the project. It is different
from project objectives because the latter are very specific and have to be addressed alone by the
project. But the goal cannot be achieved by the project on its own since there will be other forces
like the Government, other agencies also working to achieve it. It is a major benchmark to
compare work between different projects. For example to contribute to improved family health
and the general health of the rive ecosystem.
Objectives
Objectives are the specific objectives the project works to achieve within the stipulated time. To
improve family health and the general health of the rive ecosystem is an example of objectives.
Activities
Activities or inputs are actions undertaken by the project or the organization to achieve the set
objectives. Statements should be brief and with an emphasis on action words for example
complete engineering specifications for expanded sewerage network.
Output
Outputs are immediate results that we achieve soon after the completion the project or any
specific project activity. For example reduced volume of wastewater directly discharged into the
river system by households and factories.
Impact
The impact is the longer-term result that has happened because of the activities undertaken in the
project.

Indicators
Indicators are a measure of the result. They give a sense of what has been or what is to be
achieved.
Means of Verification
These are tangible entities that provide needed information where OVIs are to be found. They
help to provide evidence of the existence of OVIs. How to identify MOVs:
 Decide sources of verification are needed to obtain the information on OVIs
 Identify which sources are to be collected, processed and kept within the project
 Check sources outside the project to ensure that; their form/presentation is appropriate
they are specific enough; they are reliable; they are accessible the cost of obtaining the
information is reasonable.

Assumptions
Assumptions are external factors that have the potential to influence or even determine the
success of a project, but lie outside the direct control of project managers. Assumptions are
usually progressively identified during the analysis phase. The analysis of stakeholders,
problems, objectives and strategies will have highlighted a number of issues that will impact on
the project environment, but over which the project may have no direct control. In the case of the
river water pollution example, important assumptions might include issues related to rainfall and
river flow beyond the project’s control, but potentially critical in terms of changes in levels or
concentration of pollutants found in the river.
Means and costs
These are physical and non-physical inputs that facilitate implementation of a project. They also
include human resources and virtual aspects such as opportunity, demand and access. For
example calculate the cost of resources established and shared among the financing partners
and prepare the total budget.

Conclusion
The LFA does not replace participatory work with communities. it is simply a way of describing
a project once all discussions and planning have taken place and can help with planning because
it encourages thinking through aspects of the project. LFA is not cast in stone. It is a
management tool to help us think through all components of a project to ensure no key issues
have been left out.