Tag: budgeting
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Facilitating evidence-based and gender-responsive budgeting through the use of CBMS : lessons from pilot projects
Abstract: Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) is a low-cost system for collecting local data on core poverty indicators. Pilots in the Philippines and Senegal combined it with gender-responsive budgeting (GRB) to facilitate gender-responsive and participatory planning and budgeting. Author(s): Budlender, Debbie; Melesse, Martha; Reyes, Celia Source(s): , 13 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 United nations capital…
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Fiscal decentralization in Kenya : the constituency development fund and the growth of government : [paper]
Abstract: This paper explores the financial implications of fiscal decentralization policies on the central government’s operating budget in Kenya. In many cases, local services (e.g. health clinics) were started locally to be maintained and operated by the central government. Author(s): Bagaka, Obuya Source(s): , MPRA paper; 11813 42 p., ill., graphs, tabs MPRA paper 11813…
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Local democracy in action : a civil society perspective on local governance in South Africa
Abstract: A framework for evaluating local governance in South Africa is outlined. It looks at three interrelated aspects: democracy, responsiveness, accountability; equitable service delivery and poverty reduction; and planning and budgeting. Author(s): Van Donk, Mirjam Source(s): , 104 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2008 Good governance learning network (GGLN), Cape Town (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Participatory budgeting in Africa : a training companion : with cases from eastern and southern Africa : vol. I: concepts and principles
Abstract: This manual aims to build the capacity of local governments in Africa to introduce and apply participatory budgeting techniques. It notes the benefits of participatory budgeting in supporting effective transparency and accountability in local government, notably where corruption has been an issue. Author(s): Matovu, George; Mumvuma, Takawira Source(s): , xiv, 67 p., ill., graphs,…
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Participatory budgeting
Abstract: This book examines the potential and perils of participatory budgeting, as observed from practices around the globe. Part I presents the nuts and bolts of participatory budgeting. Part II surveys experiences with participatory budgeting in various regions of the world. Author(s): Shah, Anwar Source(s): , Public sector governance and accountability series xxiii, 269 p.,…
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Decentralisation policy review : final report
Abstract: The review analyses the opportunities and constraints in order to achieve effective decentralization in Ghana. It describes the current situation and makes recommendations for a refined government policy and strategy. Author(s): Source(s): , [231] p., ill., tabs Published: 2007 DEGE consult [etc.], Dar es Salaam [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.dege.biz/DecentralisationPolicyReview.pdf
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Planning and budgeting : linking policy, planning, and budgeting : a background paper
Abstract: Many governments face significant challenges trying to improve planning, budgeting, and the links between the two process areas. The paper addresses the key challenges and suggests discussion points. Author(s): Source(s): , 10 p., ill. Published: 2007 Affiliated network for social accountability (ANSA-Africa)], [Pretoria etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.ansa-africa.net/uploads/documents/publications/Planning_Budgeting_Feb2007.pdf
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Participatory budgeting in Africa : a training companion : part II: Facilitation methods
Abstract: Part 2 of the companion dwells on putting participatory budgeting into practice. It gives examples of participatory budgeting case studies from African, Latin America and Europe and proposes solutions to key constraints to practicing participatory budgeting in Africa. Author(s): Matovu, George; Mumvuma, Takawira Source(s): , xi, 47 p., ill., tabs Published: 2007 Municipal development…
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The politics of partial decentralization
Abstract: This paper argues that unless local governments have the discretion to choose among competing uses subject to a budget constraint, and citizens know this and have a way of evaluating whether the government’s decision was a good one, the decentralization will only be partial. Author(s): Devarajan, Shantayanan; Khemani, Stuti; Shah, Shekhar Source(s): , 22…
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Empowering the marginalized : case studies of social accountability initiatives in Asia
Abstract: Thirteen case studies of social accountability, including citizen participation in public policy making, participatory budgeting, participatory gender budget formulation and analysis, independent budget analysis, public expenditure tracking, citizen monitoring, and social audits. Author(s): Sirker, Karen; Cosic, Sladjana Source(s): , WBI working papers ix, 86 p., ill., tabs WBI working papers Published: 2007 World bank…