Tag: africa south of sahara
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Introduction : decentralisation and livelihoods in Africa
Abstract: This introductory chapter helps to map out the progress and limits of implementation of democratic decentralization in Africa with special reference to the betterment of lives of rural Africans and the improvement of natural resources management. Author(s): Ribot, Jesse C.; Oyono, Phil René Source(s): , Africa development; vol. 31, no. 2 p. 1-18 Africa…
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Towards a local governance and poverty reducion programme at the African development bank
Abstract: This paper sets out the rationale for the interest of a regional development bank in engaging its member countries more systematically in the area of decentralized governance as part of an overall reform agenda. Author(s): Olowu, Dele Source(s): , 21 p., ill., tabs Published: 2006 Indiana university], [Bloomington, IN (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.indiana.edu/~voconf/papers/olowu_voconf.pdf
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Regional variations in local governance : final report
Abstract: A desk study was conducted to examine regional variations across Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, the Caribbean, sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, and Eurasia. The paper includes distinctions regarding USAID decentralization/local governance strengthening efforts in fragile states. Author(s): Picard, Louis A.; Silverman, Jerry Source(s): , 60 p., ill., tabs Published: 2006 PADCO, Washington, DC (English…
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Community driven development (CDD) : toolkit for national stocktaking and review
Abstract: This toolkit emphasizes the need for coherent action in all five dimensions of community driven development: community empowerment; empowerment of local government; realignment of central and national sectors; accountability; and capacity development. Author(s): Heemskerk, Willem; Campen, Wim Van; Baltissen, Gerard Source(s): , iii, 77 p., ill., tabs 3rd draft Published: 2006 Royal tropical institute…
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Governance of local economic development in sub-Saharan Africa : who are the dancers and do they act ‘in concert’?
Abstract: This paper is a critical reflection on recent theories of local economic development with special reference to the problematic situation in rural sub-Saharan Africa. Growth coalitions between local governments and private sector actors or community associations may not yet exist in Africa. Author(s): Helmsing, Albertus Hendrikus Johannes Source(s): , Working paper series / Institute…
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Decentralisation in Africa : goals, dimensions, myths and challenges
Abstract: This article outlines some typical prominent goals of decentralization and reviews its fiscal, institutional and political dimensions. A number of common outstanding challenges for improving decentralization and local government reform efforts in Africa are considered. Author(s): Smoke, Paul Source(s): Public administration and development; 23(2003)1, p. 7-16 Public administration and development 23(2003)1 Published: 2003 Lit,…
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Local institutional and political structures and processes : recent experience in Africa
Abstract: This article reviews basic institutional and political mechanisms intended to facilitate effective decentralization and intergovernmental fiscal relations in Africa, including legal, constitutional, fiscal and managerial reforms. Particular attention is given to internal and external accountability. Author(s): Olowu, Dele Source(s): Public administration and development; 23(2003)1, p. 41-52, ill., tabs Public administration and development 23(2003)1 Published:…
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Democratic decentralisation and poverty reduction : exploring the linkages
Abstract: This article explores the nature of linkages between democracy, decentralization and poverty reduction. Through a literature review it examines the problems and constraints on the impact of democratic decentralization on poverty reduction. Country cases synthesize possible preconditions for success. Author(s): Vedeld, Trond Source(s): Forum for development studies; (2003)2, p. 159-203, ill., tabs Forum for…
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Decentralisation and poverty reduction in Africa : the politics of local-central relations
Abstract: Evidence from Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Kenya, and Tanzania shows that decentralization is unlikely to lead to more pro-poor outcomes without a serious effort to strengthen and broaden accountability mechanisms at both local and national levels. Author(s): Crook, Richard C. Source(s): Public administration and development; 23(2003)1, p. 77-88 Public administration and development 23(2003)1 Published:…
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Bibliographie sur la gouvernance
Abstract: This bibliography on governance dates from the early 2000s. Author(s): CODESRIA Source(s): , 33 p. Published: 2003 Conseil pour le développement de la recherche économique et sociale en Afrique] (CODESRIA), [Dakar (French ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.aidtransparency.org/at/images/docs/resarch_results/bibliographie/bib_gouvernance%5B1%5D.pdf