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CHAPTER 44 MATERIALS AND METHODS4.1 Methodological FrameworkThe methodological framework adopted in the course of the study is illustrated in Figure4.1. The methodology involved extensive review of secondary sources of information andconsultation with stakeholders that led to identifying the research questions, setting outthe study objectives and identifying the appropriate sets of tools of inquiries. A number ofmethodological tools were then used in collecting primary and secondary informationrelevant to the objectives of the study.Literature ReviewResearch ObjectiveResearch TopicData CollectionPrimary dataSecondary dataReconnaissance SurveyFocus Group DiscussionPRA and RRAKey Informant InterviewQualitative and Quantitative Data AnalysisReport Preparation and Project ReviewFinal report writing and submissionFigure 4.1: Methodological Framework of the study23