Qualitative in-depth interviews conducted with 'key' individuals, such as well-connected community members, highly productive and capable government and civil leaders, etc. These community experts, with their particular knowledge and understanding, can provide insight on the nature of problems and give recommendations for solutions.

an interview with someone who is a formal or informal community leader or who has a particular perspective relevant to the study.

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