Abstract:
This brief begins by comparatively analysing the quantitative data and outcomes from the ten case studies. It then compares the community-based paralegals’ (CBP) responses to the lines of inquiry, followed by thematic CBPs, focus group, and organisational affiliates responses. This brief analyses the data collected in relation to the five objective of the study which are to conduct cost-benefit analysis of the ten community advice offices (CAO) participating in the study; develop any evidence-based arguments regarding financial and human capital sustainability for and appropriate regulation and institutionalisation of the CAO sector; investigate ways that CAOs and CBPs advance African ways of knowing justice and governance in furtherance of Sustainable Goal 16; establish the role of network governance by CAOs regarding facilitation of effective justice system; and determine how to empower the CBP voice from a focus on basic justice services delivery to articulation of CAO sector advocacy and reform. The comparative analysis is presented according to each objective of the study.
