Glossary

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gender mainstreaming

to consider women’s needs and perspectives equally with men's at all times; to realise gender is an important issue and not an afterthought. (2)


good governance

the processes for making and implementing the best possible decisions. (5)


governance

high-level decision making and the development of strategies that will be implemented by others. (7)


grant financing

financial support given by a donor that is not paid back. (10)


greenhouse gases

gases such as carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide that contribute to climate change. (15)


groundwater depletion

stores of water held underground within the rocks are gradually reduced because too much water has been extracted via wells and boreholes. (15)


Growth and Transformation Plan (GTP)

five-year Ethiopian national development plan to improve the economy. (2)


guidance

advice or counselling. (7)



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