Tag: basic services
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Decentralisation and municipalities in South Africa : an analysis of the mandate to deliver basic services
Abstract: The extent to which the problems of providing basic services are experienced by municipalities in South Africa are influenced by the political, administrative and financial configuration of the decentralized system of governance is investigated. Author(s): Stanton, Anne Source(s): , 320 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2009 University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)], [Durban (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Improving district level leadership on sanitation and hygiene in Uganda
Abstract: A Learning for Policy and Practice in Sanitation and Hygiene (LeaPPS) programme was launched in Uganda to develop local stakeholders’ capacities to set performance targets, monitor and analyse their achievements and be innovative in their approaches. Author(s): Silva Wells, Carmen Da; Turyareeba, Patience; Mommen, Brecht Source(s): , [3] p., ill. Published: 2009 IRC international…
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International guidelines on decentralisation and access to basic services for all
Abstract: This brochure includes two sets of guidelines that have been designed to assist policy reforms and legislative action at the country level with a view to promotion of decentralization and strengthening of local authorities, as well as access to basic services for all. Author(s): UN-Habitat Source(s): , 27 p. Published: 2009 United nations human…
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Impact evaluation of the second phase of the Kecamatan development program in Indonesia
Abstract: This report seeks to determine the impact of community-driven development approaches on traditional measures of household welfare and access to services. The report outlines how the participation of women is addressed in the second phase of the Kecamatan Development Programme (KDP2). Author(s): Voss, John Source(s): , vii, 42 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 World…
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India : rural governments and service delivery
Abstract: This study deals with the roles of different levels of government and the institutional arrangements involved in the provision of key services, e.g. health, education, sanitation and employment. What role do panchayats have in delivering these services. The focus is on disadvantaged rural areas. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , xiv, 127 p., ill., graphs,…
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Improving the provision of basic services for the poor in fragile environments : water supply, sanitation and hygiene international literature review
Abstract: This paper constitutes a literature review of the international practice and experience in supporting pro-poor service provision in fragile states, focusing on multilateral and bilateral donors’ approaches to the water supply, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) sector. Author(s): Welle, Katharina Source(s): , 30 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 Overseas development institute (ODI). Humanitarian policy group…
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What makes local government work? : social capital, leadership, participation and ownership in Benin
Abstract: In 2006, the impact of capacity development programmes on the performance of participative local government in 20 municipalities in southern Benin was assessed in terms of improvements to the economy, health and education, and livelihoods. Author(s): Slootweg, Sef; Groen, Jolanda; Llopart, Xavier Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-12 28 p., ill., tabs SNV publications H0702-12…
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Decentralization and development : emerging issues from Uganda’s experience
Abstract: The role of decentralization in development is illustrated by highlighting some key background information about Uganda’s decentralization, discuss its achievements and challenges, and conclude with a few questions arising from the challenges. Author(s): Okidi, John Alphonse; Guloba, Madina Source(s): , Occasional paper / Economic policy research centre; 31 19 p., ill., tabs Occasional paper…