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This curated collection of case studies, developed by the Harvard Ministerial Leadership Program, offers practical insights into transformational leadership including key aspects of political navigation, policy implementation, and reform, drawing directly from the experiences of government Ministers. Designed to bridge theory and practice, these studies illuminate real-world challenges, present innovative solutions across diverse sectors, and support informed decision-making. They serve as essential tools for translating knowledge into impactful policies and driving meaningful change.

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The Reform Challenge In the wake of the covid-19 pandemic your country is facing national debt totaling 50% of annual GPD – which the

Introduction Investments in health and health systems can create value in two distinct but related ways: by generating “value for money” and “value for

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The Reform Challenge In the wake of the covid-19 pandemic your country is facing national debt totaling 50% of annual GPD – which the

Introduction Investments in health and health systems can create value in two distinct but related ways: by generating “value for money” and “value for

Executive Summary This case study examines the efforts led by Minister George Werner to create fiscal space in Liberia’s education sector through a teacher

Executive Summary High-quality delivery systems are effective at achieving outcomes, efficient at utilizing resources, equitable at providing services, and resilient in the face of

Introduction The London 2012 Olympicsi is generally regarded as the most successful Games ever. The path to success was far from smooth. One person

Background In June 2010, Benigno Aquino, a chain smoker, was elected President of the Philippines. President Aquino campaigned on a 16‑point agenda for reform,

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Inter-ministerial collaboration can take a number of forms, varying greatly in commitment and scale. A ministry’s commitment to collaboration can range from

Introduction This case study examines the correlation between investments in key areas of human development and economic growth in Tanzania, Mexico, and Indonesia. Additionally,

Background Over several decades, Nigeria has confronted major health crises characterized by a double burden of disease — preventable infectious diseases and a rising

Advancing Gender Equality in Sierra Leone: A Case Study Despite seemingly insurmountable odds, on November 15, 2022, the Parliament of Sierra Leone passed the