Tag: decentralization in government
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A needs assessment mission report on capacity development in local governance : Africa-Asia co-operation
Abstract: In support of the efforts of countries in Africa and Asia in meeting the challenges of decentralized governance, a needs assessment study mission was conducted to: assess the need for capacity development in local governance; and identify training and research institutions for future collaboration. Author(s): Kumssa, Asfaw; Edralin, Josefa; Oyugi, Walter O. Source(s): ,…
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On the meaning(s) of capacity in the literature and practice of administrative reform in transitional countries : searching for clarity (with an application to local government in Serbia)
Abstract: This discussion of the concept of CB highlights the imprecision of the term. But more important than conceptual elegance is the fact that projects aimed at enhancing capacity really have had very broad and sometimes unclear goals. Author(s): Straussman, Jeffrey D. Source(s): , 32 p., ill. draft Published: 2002 University of Kansas. Public management…
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Participatory planning by the book : lessons from the region of Mopti, Mali
Abstract: This article describes the process by which Rural Councils in Mali establish local development plans in a participatory manner in order to qualify for a central Capital Development Fund grant. It looks at the preconditions for quality participation and making the decentralization process a success. Author(s): Bangaly, Mamadou Source(s): PLA notes; (2002)44, p. 39-42…
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Negative side effects : decentralization and the potential for democratic instability in Costa Rica
Abstract: The possible negative side effects of the ongoing decentralization process in Costa Rica are examined, including party system fragmentation, reinforced or mutated clientelism, inter-municipal conflict and polarization, and local government instability. Author(s): Ryan, Jeffrey Source(s): , 14 p. Published: 2002 Universidad de Costa Rica. Instituto de investigaciones jurídicas (IIJ). Facultad de derecho, [San José…
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Participatory budgeting in Villa El Salvador
Abstract: The participatory budgeting process in Villa El Salvador is considered an instrument in the implementation of the urban development plan. Despite weaknesses in the process, it can be considered an innovative experience in participatory local governance. Author(s): Hordijk, Michaela Source(s): PLA notes; (2002)44, p. 12-15, ill., tabs PLA notes (2002)44 Published: 2002 Council for…
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Decentralization of governance and development
Abstract: A critical discussion of decentralization in developing and transition countries is presented. In their fight against the central state, free market advocates and community governance proponents often ignore that community failures may be as serious as market failures or government failures. Author(s): Bardhan, Pranab Source(s): , Journal of economic perspectives (JEP); Vol. 16, No.…
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Moving targets : towards monitoring democratic decentralization
Abstract: This bulletin deals with monitoring and evaluation of institutional and organizational processes. Major issues in decentralization, as well as in monitoring and evaluation are examined. Lastly, attention is paid to setting up a monitoring framework directed at democratic decentralization. Author(s): Oosterhout, Alphonsus T.H. Van Source(s): , Bulletin / Royal tropical institute; 349 69 p.,…
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Solutions when the solution is the problem : arraying the disarray in development
Abstract: In the 1990s, after failure of the centralized, top-down approach to development, scholars and practitioners began to tout more radical “participatory” proposals for improving service delivery. The arguments for and against the original solution and eight current proposals are reviewed. Author(s): Pritchett, Lant; Woolcock, Michael Source(s): , Working paper / Center for global development;…