Category: Ref-E-Publication
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Rethinking the political economy of decentralization : how elections and parties shape the provision of local public goods
Abstract: Extension of the decentralization theorem with insights from political science and economics suggests that the interaction of democratic decentralization and party centralization will produce the best outcomes for public service delivery. This was confirmed by education outcomes from 125 countries. Author(s): Ponce-Rodríguez, Raúl A. Source(s): , International center for public policy working paper; 12-27…
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Using strengths-based approaches to community development in Zimbabwe : are we ready?
Abstract: More than 30 years after the advent of strengths-based approaches to community development, preference for the discredited needs-based paradigm continues in Zimbabwe. They are generally more involving, longer term and slower at showing tangible results. Author(s): Maruta, Samuel Source(s): , Southern peace review journal (SPRJ); Vol. 1, No. 2 p. 51-68 Southern peace review…
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The political context of financing infrastructure developmentin local government : lessons from local council oversight functions in Uganda
Abstract: Since 1993, local governments in Uganda attained responsibility over infrastructure development while elected councils exercise oversight functions over the infrastructure. The challenge is that most of the councilors lack the necessary educational qualifications, technical skills and competence. Author(s): Tukahebwa, Geoffrey B. Source(s): , Research series / Economic policy research centre; 97 ii, 32 p.,…
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Citizen participation and transparency in local government : an empirical analysis : paper
Abstract: The relationship between citizens’ engagement in participation programs and their assessment of government transparency was examined with a focus on perceptions of openness, corruption, communication with citizens, and fair and increased opportunities to participate in the decision making process. Author(s): Kim, Soonhee; Lee, Jooho Source(s): , 21 p., ill., tabs Published: 2012 Utrecht university,…
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Rural water development in sub-Saharan Africa : a comparative study between Uganda and Tanzania
Abstract: One of the recommendations of this study is that In a country where the government takes responsibility for basic water services, such as Uganda, NGOs need to work through local government, even if it can be slow and at times frustrating. Author(s): De Cecco, Paola Source(s): , Master’s theses; paper 4228SJSU scholar works xii,…
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The roles and responsibilities in natural resources and environmental management of local government in Thailand
Abstract: This study identifies cases of Thai local government initiatives that have occurred during the recent decentralization since 1999. It further describes the role and responsibilities in natural resource and environmental management of local government. Author(s): Jansamood, Chaitach Source(s): , The Social sciences; Vol. 7, No. 1 p. 16-19 The Social sciences Vol. 7, No.…
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Expert meeting on the elaboration of an African charter on decentralization and local development (Mont Febe hotel, Cameroon, 7-9 May 2012)
Abstract: The African Union organized an Expert consultation on the elaboration of an African Charter on Decentralization and Local Development in Yaounde, Cameroon, from 7 to 9 May 2012. The elements that need to be taken into account in the process of drafting the charter were identified. Author(s): African Union Source(s): , 7 p. Published:…
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Crowdsourcing support of land administration : a partnership approach
Abstract: This paper shows how crowdsourcing can solve the security of tenure gap in slums and other social tenure systems through establishing a partnership between land professionals and citizens that would encourage and support citizens to directly capture and maintain information about their land rights. Author(s): McLaren, Robin Source(s): , 18 p., ill. Published: 2012…
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Using and strengthening partner systems at the subnational level
Abstract: The Busan Declaration assigns local governments an important role as a link between citizens and the state. It stipulates that donors who do not use partner systems, due to their poor quality, must identify and help implement the quality deficits as well as measures to strengthening them. Author(s): GIZ Source(s): , [2] p., ill.…