Tag: development planning
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Improving district level leadership on sanitation and hygiene in Uganda
Abstract: A Learning for Policy and Practice in Sanitation and Hygiene (LeaPPS) programme was launched in Uganda to develop local stakeholders’ capacities to set performance targets, monitor and analyse their achievements and be innovative in their approaches. Author(s): Silva Wells, Carmen Da; Turyareeba, Patience; Mommen, Brecht Source(s): , [3] p., ill. Published: 2009 IRC international…
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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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Scaling up Local & community driven development (LCDD) : a real world guide to its theory and practice
Abstract: This book includes historical backgrounds, best practices and underpinnings, analysis and lessons learned, and toolkits for developing supportive national policies and implementation programs that fit the individual contexts of countries and localities. Author(s): Binswanger-Mkhize, Hans P.; Regt, Jacomina P. De; Spector, Stephen Source(s): , xii, 157 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2009 World…
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Deterring corruption and improving governance in road construction and maintenance
Abstract: This sourcebook is meant as a resource to sector practitioners to assess the extent and risks of corruption in the sector and to improve governance in ways that reduce corruption. It outlines the articulation between local and national government transport infrastructure planning. Author(s): Ehrhardt, David; Oliver, Chloë; Kenny, Charles Source(s): , Transport papers; TP-27…
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What determines the quality of local financial management? : the case of Tanzania
Abstract: Data for local government authorities in Tanzania are used to examine the determinants of effective local financial management in developing economies. Councils with better planning and project implementation practices achieved better local financial management outcomes. Author(s): Boex, Jameson; Muga, Matitu C. Source(s): , IDG working paper; 2009-02 18 p., ill., tabs IDG working paper…
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Pro-poor governance and the policy process : a framework
Abstract: This paper provides a conceptual framework for assessing the pro-poor characteristics of policy making using a process approach that focuses on stages of policy making and the role of the main actors, their institutional environment, including participation and accountability mechanisms. Author(s): Schneider, Aaron Source(s): , Framework paper / UNDP Oslo governance centre; 2 35…
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Community development and engagement with local governance in South Africa
Abstract: This article examines actual practice in the area of policy and legislative framework for public participation in municipal processes in South Africa. Community experiences of attempts to engage with municipalities in development planning and policy processes are highlighted. Author(s): Buccus, Imraan Source(s): , Community and development journal; bsn011 16 p Community and development journal…
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Phuhlisani : clear thinking for change
Abstract: Phuhlisani and Associates provides services in support of land reform and rural development, including strategy development at national, provincial and district scales, supporting rights determination, strengthening land holding institutions and developing functional land rights management. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2008 Phuhlisani solutions, Cape Town (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.phuhlisani.com/
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Local government strengthening capacity : a review of measures taken in the last fifteen years
Abstract: The historical context, within which local government has evolved in South Africa, is narrated and the measures and programmes introduced to empower the developmental capacity of municipalities is analysed. The weaknesses of capacity building programmes and local planning processes are identified. Author(s): Ndletyana, Mcebisi; Muzondidya, James; Naidoo, Vinothan Source(s): , 41 p., ill., graphs,…