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This research on governance challenges used qualitative data collected through 12 semi-structured interviews with experts, including administrative officials, policymakers, and researchers. Conducted between December 2023 and November 2024, the interviews addressed themes such as transparency, participatory decision-making, and resource management, guided by a framework based on existing literature. Interviews were conducted in person or online, recorded with participant consent, and analyzed using NVivo software. Ethical considerations included signed consent forms ensuring confidentiality and institutional ethics committee approval. This approach yielded rich insights into governance challenges.
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Data Collection Methodology The data used in this research on the challenges of governance is qualitative and was collected through semi-structured interviews. Target population: The participants include 10 governance experts, comprising administrative officials, policymakers, and researchers, selected for their experience and role in decision-making processes. Data collection method: A total of 10 semi-structured interviews were conducted. These interviews explored the participants' perceptions of key governance challenges, such as transparency, participatory decision-making, and resource management. The discussions were guided by a thematic framework developed from existing literature. Period and location of data collection: The data was collected between December 2023 and November 2024. The interviews were conducted either in person or online (via platforms like Zoom), depending on geographic constraints and participants' availability. Tools used: The interviews were recorded with the informed consent of the participants, then transcribed and analyzed using NVivo software for an in-depth thematic analysis. Ethical considerations: All participants signed an informed consent form, ensuring data confidentiality and specifying its use for scientific purposes only. The research was approved by the institution's ethics committee. The data were then refined to ensure their relevance and coherence. The results were color-coded to reflect the five main governance challenges identified in the study. Ethical considerations included consent forms guaranteeing confidentiality and approval by the institution's ethics committee. This approach enabled the collection of rich and structured insights into governance challenges.