Tag: decentralization in government
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Enhancing local governance through local initiatives : residents’ associations in Zimbabwe : review
Abstract: The establishment of resident associations as a way for residents to contribute to good and transparent governance within their local authorities is discussed, especially in relation to budgetary processes and recent poverty issues in Zimbabwe. Author(s): Mapuva, Jephias Source(s): , African journal of history and culture (AJHC); Vol. 3, No. 1 p. 1-12, ill.,…
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Decentralization and REDD+ in Brazil
Abstract: Central states will be accountable for REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation) money, and may keep a significant share. Supporters of decentralization argue that centralized implementation of REDD+ will be ineffective and inefficient. Author(s): Toni, Fabiano Source(s): , Forests; 2 p. 66-85, ill., graphs, tabs Forests 2 Published: 2011 MDPI. Open access…
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Choice, recognition and the democracy effects of decentralization
Abstract: Often large development agencies choose to work with a wide range of other local interlocutors, including deconcentrated agents, private bodies, customary authorities, and NGOs. As a result, fledgling local governments are receiving few public powers and face competition for legitimacy. Author(s): Ribot, Jesse C. Source(s): , Working paper / Swedish International centre for local…
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The rural hub : supporting rural development in western and central Africa = Le hub rural : appui au développement rural en Afrique de l’ouest et du centre
Abstract: Some of the topics dealt with in The Rural Hub are : local development, decentralization, and land tenure. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Immeuble Ousseynou Thiam Guéye, [Dakar (English; French ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.hubrural.org/spip.php?page=documentation&var_mode=recalcul&id_rubrique=2&opt=result&pages=1
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Strengthening fairness, transparency and accountability in health care priority setting at district level in Tanzania
Abstract: Health care organization and management systems were analysed to explore the challenges of implementing an Accountability for Reasonableness (A4R) approach to priority setting in Tanzania. Despite rhetoric on decentralisation, actual practice in the district involved little community participation. Author(s): Maluka, Stephen Oswald Source(s): , Global health action; vol. 4 11 p., ill., tabs Global…
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Busan and beyond : localising Paris principles for more effective support to decentralisation and local governance reforms
Abstract: A study done by the Working Group on Decentralisation and Local Governance analysed the aid modalities for support to decentralization projects in eight countries. Two-thirds of development cooperation funding is channelled through programme-based approaches (PBA) or multi-donor trust funds. Author(s): Smoke, Paul Source(s): , xii, 42 p., ill., graph, tabs Published: 2011 Development partners…
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Decentralisation in Commonwealth Africa : experiences from Botswana, Cameroon, Ghana, Mozambique and Tanzania
Abstract: Case studies of decentralization policies in sub-Saharan Africa are used to inform lessons learned and policy recommendations to guide decision-makers worldwide. It is clear from the analysis that there is no ‘one size fits all’ design of decentralization policy. Author(s): Kathyola, Janet; Job, Oluwatoyin Source(s): , xx, 291 p., ill., tabs, 24 cm Published:…
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Africa platform for development effectiveness : inspiring change
Abstract: The Africa Platform on Development Effectiveness brings consultation, coordination and a common voice to Africa’s development perspectives, strategies and policies focusing on capacity development, aid effectiveness (and local governance), and south-south cooperation. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Africa platform for development effectiveness, [Addis Ababa] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.africa-platform.org/category/news_tags/local_government
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Macroeconomic challenges of fiscal decentralization in Latin America in the aftermath of the global financial crisis
Abstract: This paper discusses how fiscal decentralization is affecting macro-economic management in the main Latin-American countries. Which fiscal reforms could help strengthen fiscal sustainability, minimize the risk of pro-cyclicality at all levels of government, and allow for countercyclical responses? Author(s): Ter-Minassian, Teresa; Jiménez, Juan Pablo Source(s): , Serie macroeconomía del desarrollo; 112 42 p., ill.,…
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FAGLAF : Forum d’action pour la gouvernance locale en Afrique francophone
Abstract: The Local Government Action Forum for Francophone Africa (FAGLAF) was established to promote research in decentralization and local government issues and to foster capacity building through peer-to-peer learning, training programs, and knowledge dissemination. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Forum d’action pour la gouvernance locale en Afrique francophone (FAGLAF), Dakar (French ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.faglaf.info/