Tag: decentralization in government
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An assessment of decision space and [district] health care sector performance following decentralisation in Kenya
Abstract: Decentralisation is beginning to bring some positive change to the district health sector in Kenya, but more needs to be done to support or subsidize poor districts. Author(s): Otieno, Mathews Odunga Source(s): , viii, 53 p., ill., graphs, tabs, 30 cm Published: 2009 Royal tropical institute (KIT) [etc.], Amsterdam (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://dare.uva.nl/cgi/arno/show.cgi?fid=183294
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Democratic decentralization programming handbook
Abstract: This handbook is a reference book intended to support decentralization programming processes of USAID. An annotated, categorized bibliography of published materials dealing with various aspects of decentralization and local governance strengthening in developing countries is included. Author(s): Connerley, Edwin Source(s): , xi, 138 p., ill., tabs Published: 2009 U.S. Agency for international development (USAID),…
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The benefits and constraints of participation in forest management : the case of Taita Hills, Kenya
Abstract: In 2007, local people’s perceptions about benefits and constraints of participatory forest management in the Taita Hills, Kenya, were investigated. Respondents felt that lack of updated information about management practices and legal rights, hampered both participation and conservation. Author(s): Himberg, Nina Source(s): , Fennia : international journal of geography; vol. 187, no. 1 p.…
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Fiscal decentralisation : a comparative perspective
Abstract: In this address, decentralization and local service delivery in Zambia are critically reviewed. A large number of decisions by the Central Government have impacted negatively on local governments. Furthermore, Zambia has very low levels of intergovernmental transfers to local governments. Author(s): Chitembo, Andrew Source(s): , 14 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2009 Local government…
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Do external grants to district governments discourage own-revenue generation? : a look at local public finance dynamics in Ghana
Abstract: Panel data on district governments’ public finances in Ghana are used to examine the impact of the flow and size of external transfers on districts’ internally generated revenues. Author(s): Mogues, Tewodaj; Benin, Samuel; Cudjoe, Godsway Source(s): , IFPRI discussion paper; 934 vi, 30 p., ill., graphs, tabs IFPRI discussion paper 934 Published: 2009 International…
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Political economy of sub-national government
Abstract: The evolution of sub-national government as a means for central government to accommodate or subordinate local power centers is described. Contradictions between formally assigned roles and the actual power that sub-national actors are able to wield are highlighted. Author(s): GSDRC Source(s): , [2] p. Published: 2009 University of Birmingham. Governance and social development resource…
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Participatory budgeting : understanding the new role of participatory institutions in contemporary politics : (the case of Brazil)
Abstract: The main characteristics and expansion of participatory budgeting (PB) in Brazil are described. Reference is made to its expansion in Europe and Africa. A proposal for the implementation of participatory budgeting in different situations is outlined. Author(s): Avritzer, Leonardo Source(s): , p. 209-223, ill., map, tabs Published: 2009 European parliament. Socialist group, Brussels (English…