Tag: Conflict
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Burundi : land policy making in a conflict-prone country : summary paper
Abstract: The Burundian Government deals with the multiple problems and conflicts related to land management by encouraging alternative dispute resolution mechanisms and by better recognizing local practices and local land management systems. Author(s): Kohlhagen, Dominik Source(s): , [8] p. Published: 2012 World bank, Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://landandpoverty.com/agenda/pdfs/paper/kohlhagen_full_paper.pdf
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Confrontation between peasant producers and investors in northern Zambézia, Mozambique, in the context of profit pressures on European investors
Abstract: Foreign agricultural investors are clashing with local peasants in Mozambique in a confrontation over agricultural and development models. One large company withdrew rather than take over land, but two other investors chose to push ahead, and have come into conflict with local peasant communities. Author(s): Norfolk, Simon; Hanlon, Joseph Source(s): , 14 p. Published:…
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Decentralization as a breeding ground for conflicts : an analysis of institutional conflicts in Malawi’s decentralized system
Abstract: This article examines the impacts of poorly designed decentralization programmes on institutional conflicts in Malawi, e.g. between the central government and local governments, between councillors and members of parliament, between traditional authorities and councillors, and among councillors. Author(s): Tambulasi, Richard I.C. Source(s): , Journal of administration & governance (JOAAG); Vol. 4, No. 2 p.…
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Fiscal decentralization in Kenya : a small step or giant leap?
Abstract: Following the post-election violence in 2007, Kenya adopted a new constitution in September 2010, which represents an important step in the process of national reconciliation and an important attempt to make Kenya’s public sector more efficient and more accountable through devolution. Author(s): Boex, Jamie; Kelly, Roy Source(s): , IDG policy brief 6:00 PM IDG…
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Real democratization in Cambodia? : an empirical review of the potential of a decentralization reform
Abstract: This article investigates popular perceptions of the evolving decentralization reform and the views of representatives of the commune authorities with the aim of analysing key dimensions of this reform in terms of post-conflict reconstruction, local democratization and local development. Author(s): Öjendal, Joakim; Sedara, Kim Source(s): , Working paper / Swedish International centre for local…
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Gender and fragile citizenship in Uganda : the case of Acholi women
Abstract: The intersection between gender, conflict (due to the Lord’s Resistance Army) and citizenship is examined, using the case of the Acholi region in Uganda. Using gender and citizenship as point of reference in discussions would be a start to help women participate equally in a post-conflict society. Author(s): Oosterom, Marjoke Source(s): , Gender &…
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The governance gap : a response to Kony2012
Abstract: This documentary shwos how the conflict with the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) undermines people’s capacities and voice, and local democracy in the Acholi region of Uganda. It tells the story of Nighty, a woman who survived the conflict and displacement camps. See also http://thegovernancegap.eu/. Author(s): Oosterom, Marjoke; Kool, Esther; Otim, Patrick; Luzinda, Solomon; Maden,…
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The Asia foundation : working to build a peaceful, prosperous, just, and open Asia-Pacific region : governance programs
Abstract: The Foundation supports local initiatives aimed at strengthening the effectiveness and responsiveness of governance in Asian countries. Projects and activities include: conflict management, counter corruption, decentralization and local governance, and civil society development. Author(s): The Asia Foundation Source(s): , Published: 2011 The Asia foundation, San Francisco, CA [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.asiafoundation.org/program/overview/governance-programs
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Reshaping institutions : evidence on external aid and local collective action
Abstract: The extent to which GoBifo, a World Bank funded CDD project in rural Sierra Leone, improved local governance was assessed. It was successful in creating village-level organizations and tools, strengthened local public goods infrastructure, but there were no gains in social capital. Author(s): Casey, Katherine; Glennerster, Rachel; Miguel, Edward Source(s): , 40 p., ill.,…
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The International development department (IDD)
Abstract: In addition to the department’s longstanding interests in governance and development, research areas that have become increasingly important in recent years are: conflict, security and governance; political development; and, religions and development. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 University of Birmingham. School of government and society. International development department (IDD), Birmingham (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…