Tag: decentralization in government
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Decentralised service delivery in east Africa : a comparative study of Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya
Abstract: Author(s): JICA Source(s): , IIC JR; 07-23 xl, 222 p., ill., graphs, tabs IIC JR 07-23 Published: 2008 Japan international cooperation agency (JICA). Institute for international cooperation (IIC), Tokyo (English ISBN/ISSN: 4-903645-56-8/ Link: http://jica-ri.jica.go.jp/IFIC_and_JBICI-Studies/english/publications/reports/study/topical/africa/pdf/002.pdf
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Education decentralisation in Malawi : current trends and developments
Abstract: The study aimed at assessing the implementation of education decentralisation in Malawi and its effects on the district education office operations and the primary school support. There is an acute shortage of material and human resources in terms of numbers as well as competency levels. Author(s): Kufaine, Noel Drake Source(s): , vii, 108 p.,…
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Dilemmas for decentralization of geo-information technology at local level towards a local SDI in Peru
Abstract: This study explores the decentralization process in Peru and the influence of GIS technology diffusion at local level within this process. The critical conditions for implementing geo-information technology at the local level in a local special data infrastructure in Peru are determined. Author(s): Mendo Campos, Claudia Consuelo Source(s): , vii, 69 p., ill., maps,…
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India : rural governments and service delivery
Abstract: This study deals with the roles of different levels of government and the institutional arrangements involved in the provision of key services, e.g. health, education, sanitation and employment. What role do panchayats have in delivering these services. The focus is on disadvantaged rural areas. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , xiv, 127 p., ill., graphs,…
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Strengthening local government budgeting and accountability
Abstract: The role of budgeting as a critical tool in decentralization reform is discussed, highlighting problems that might impede successful local government budget development and implementation. Particularly important are the legal and budgetary instruments that require input from local community members. Author(s): Schaeffer, Michael; Yilmaz, Serdar Source(s): , Policy research working paper; 4767 23 p.,…
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Foundations for local governance : decentralization in comparative perspectives
Abstract: [Partial preview] This book provides a comparative analysis of different experiences of decentralization in 6 developing countries in Asia and Africa. Successful reforms have coherent approaches to stakeholder involvement for poverty reduction in the developing world. Author(s): Saito, Fumihiko Source(s): , 301 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 Physica, Heidelberg (English ISBN/ISSN: 978-3-7908-2006-5/ Link: http://books.google.com/books?id=efFMNkkDjhgC&pg=PR3&hl=nl&source=gbs_selected_pages&cad=3#v=onepage&q&f=false
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Pitfalls of participatory programs : evidence from a randomized evaluation in education in India
Abstract: In India, the government program on universal primary education organizes both locally elected leaders and parents and gives them powers over monitoring and management of school performance. Three different interventions encourage beneficiaries’ participation through these committees. Author(s): Banerjee, Abhijit Source(s): , NBER working paper; 14311 36 p., ill., graphs, tabs NBER working paper 14311…
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Are practices of local participation sidelining the institutional participatory channels? : reflections from Johannesburg
Abstract: This case from South Africa shows that, in spite of the participation and decentralization rhetoric, there is no real power vested by the state at the local level. Participation is in practice considered a nuisance. It is simply not incorporated in policy-making nor in its implementation. Author(s): Bénit-Gbaffou, Claire Source(s): , Transformation; 66/67 33…
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Réaliser le transfert de compétences dans le domaine de la santé : l’expérience de Koulikoro au Mali
Abstract: The support unit for decentralization of the Ministry of Health in Mali has elaborated an approach to facilitate the communal co-management of local health services. The experience demonstrates the potential of community involvement in the decision-making process. Author(s): Konaté, Mamadou; Lodenstein, Elsbet; Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M. Source(s): , Bulletin / Royal tropical institute (KIT); 383…
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Exclusion, poverty and inequality in decentralized Kenyan forests : bridging the divide
Abstract: This paper analyses the situation of women with regard to decentralization of forest management in Kenya. It highlights power relationships in gendered environments. Finally, it recommends strategies that can be used to overcome the constraints faced by women in NRM. Author(s): Obonyo, E. Source(s): , 21 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 Indiana university. Digital…