Tag: decentralization in government
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Repertoires of domination : decentralization as process in Botswana and Senegal
Abstract: The concept of “repertoires of domination” is used to describe the many tactics government ocials and non-state actors use to limit meaningful shifts of authority associated with decentralization related to wildlife management in Botswana and forestry management in Senegal. Author(s): Poteete, Amy R.; Ribot, Jesse C. Source(s): , World development; Vol. 39, No. 3…
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Fiscal decentralisation and sector funding : principles and practices
Abstract: Fiscal decentralization (FD) shifts the responsibilities for expenditure or revenues to lower levels of government. This paper presents lessons learned from recent experiences with FD and modalities for FD reform in a number of developing countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Author(s): Steffensen, Jesper Source(s): , 39 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2010…
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LDi : Local development international : promoting local development through local governments
Abstract: Local Development International (LDI), is an international development consulting company. It provides policy, technical, training, and management advisory services for the design and implementation of decentralization reforms and the development of local governance institutions. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2010 Local development international (LDi), Modena [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://locdev.org/
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Putting citizens at the centre : linking states and societies for responsive governance : a policy-maker’s guide to the research of the Development research centre on citizenship, participation and accountability
Abstract: This note provides a guide to key findings on how citizen participation and engagement can contribute to development, strengthen democratic and responsive states, and help to realise human rights. Author(s): Benequista, Nicholas; Gaventa, John; Barrett, Gregory Source(s): , 20 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 University of Sussex. Institute of development studies (IDS). Development research…
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Reforming the Malawian public sector : retrospectives and prospectives
Abstract: This book examines decentralization, performance contracting, and public–private partnerships as key aspects of failed donor-induced public sector reforms in Malawi, using the case of the 2005/6 fertilizer subsidy programme. Author(s): Tambulasi, Richard I.C. Source(s): , CODESRIA book series vi, 110 p., ill., 24 cm CODESRIA book series Published: 2010 Council for the development of…
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Inter-districten samenwerkingsverband : Republiek Suriname : decentralisatie portal
Abstract: This is the Dutch-language Decentralization portal of the Collaborating Districts of the Surinam Republic. Author(s): Suriname Source(s): , Published: 2010 s.n., [S.l. (Dutch ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.decentralisatie.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=17&Itemid=41
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Patronage, district creation and reform in Uganda
Abstract: Using data from Uganda, this paper demonstrates that the creation of new sub-national political units (i.c. districts) can constitute a form of patronage. Similar processes may be currently taking place across Africa. Author(s): Green, Elliott D. Source(s): , 34 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 London school of economics and political science (LSE), [London (English…
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Local government for gender equality
Abstract: This issue of Capacity.org looks at the capacities that local governments need to address gender inequalities effectively. It look specifically at the issue of decentralization, which increases the power of local governments and, by extension, their capacity to boost gender equality. Author(s): Greijn, Heinz Source(s): , Capacity.org : a gateway for capacity development; issue…