Tag: decentralization in government
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What makes local government work? : social capital, leadership, participation and ownership in Benin
Abstract: In 2006, the impact of capacity development programmes on the performance of participative local government in 20 municipalities in southern Benin was assessed in terms of improvements to the economy, health and education, and livelihoods. Author(s): Slootweg, Sef; Groen, Jolanda; Llopart, Xavier Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-12 28 p., ill., tabs SNV publications H0702-12…
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Decentralized governance and ecological health : why local institutions fail to moderate deforestation in Mpigi district of Uganda
Abstract: Factors that affect the effectiveness of decentralization of authority over forests to local user groups, traditional leaders, or officials of local governments in Uganda were identified. Author(s): Banana, Abwoli Y. Source(s): , Scientific research and essay; Vol. 2, No. 10 p. 434-445, ill., maps, tabs Scientific research and essay Vol. 2, No. 10 Published:…
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The paradox of decentralization in Namibia
Abstract: The models of decentralization adopted by Uganda and Zambia are compared with those of Namibia and the institutional factors that have played a role in the implementation of the policy on decentralization in Namibia in general have been assessed. Decentralization was generally very slow. Author(s): Riruako, Hoze Source(s): , xiv, 230 p. Published: 2007…
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Introduction: Decentralising service delivery? : evidence and policy implications
Abstract: Lessons for research and policy are drawn from a number of articles. The consequences of democratic decentralisation in Africa for service delivery outcomes are largely negative. On the positive side, the extent and quality of participation are gradually increasing. Author(s): Robinson, Mark Source(s): IDS bulletin; 38(2007)1, p. 1-6 IDS bulletin 38(2007)1 Published: 2007 Royal…
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Women as political actors : formal criteria and informal dynamics in electing women councillors in Niger
Abstract: A quota system for women was used in the municipal council elections in Niger to enhance the representation of women councillors. This demonstrates that the decentralization process can provide women with a better access to local politics. Author(s): Tegels, José; Abdou, Maïmouna Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-04 24 p., ill., tabs SNV publications H0702-04…
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Decentralization, women’s rights and development
Abstract: Rights-based approaches and decentralization are examined to interrogate the contemporary appeal and to discern if and how they benefit women. The conclusion reached is that advancing women’s rights cannot be left to the local level. Author(s): Beall, Jo Source(s): , 26 p., ill., tabs Published: 2007 International development research centre (IDRC)], [Ottawa (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Suporting capacities for integrated local development
Abstract: This note provides a concise overview of the capacity challenges involved in local development and potential ways to address them. It shows where capacity development investments and efforts could be focused, rather than set solutions or a detailed roadmap. Author(s): Amawi, Abla; Wignaraja, Kanni Source(s): , UNDP practice note 38 p. UNDP practice note…
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Participatory budgeting
Abstract: This book examines the potential and perils of participatory budgeting, as observed from practices around the globe. Part I presents the nuts and bolts of participatory budgeting. Part II surveys experiences with participatory budgeting in various regions of the world. Author(s): Shah, Anwar Source(s): , Public sector governance and accountability series xxiii, 269 p.,…
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Decentralization in Ethiopia
Abstract: This study contains a literature review, field work in eight weredas and two kifle ketemas in Addis Ababa, and three synopses of master theses submitted to the Institute of Regional and Local Development Studies of Addis Ababa University. Author(s): Taye Assefa; Tegegne Gebre-Egziabher Source(s): , iv, 169 p., ill., tabs, 23 cm Published: 2007…