This report was prepared as an output of Habitat 1998/99 Work Programme, the objectives of which include the formulation of shelter policies focusing on the needs of vulnerable groups and assisting government and partners in civil society in adopting strategies for the progressive realization of the human right to adequate housing

This publication aims at beginning to fill the vacuum in rural shelter policy.

This manual describes the components of sound financial management, revenue generation, budget formulation and execution financial information and control and prescribes and illustrates a strategy for reform.