Tag: development strategies
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Rethinking African governance
Abstract: The paper criticizes the principles of the Paris Declaration of 2005 and shows that the program is not only impractical but also a-historical. An alternative strategy is proposed to ensure that Africa will modernize its public service institutions to support democratic developmental states. Author(s): Olowu, Dele Source(s): , 28 p., ill., tabs Published: 2009…
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Introducing power analysis as a tool to promote local democratic accountability in the Democratic republic of Congo : [case study]
Abstract: A workshop with 23 civil society organizations was held in the Democratic Republic of Congo to discuss methods of power analysis that might help to improve the strategies of these organizations for promoting accountable governance at local level. Author(s): Edwards, Andrew Source(s): , [3] p. Published: 2009 Powercube, [Brighton (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.powercube.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/Congo_casestudy.pdf
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Fiscal decentralization and intergovernmental finance reform as an international development strategy
Abstract: This short essay explores current knowledge of fiscal decentralization and assesses its relevance to the wider international development agenda. There is a need for systematic stock-taking to strengthen the practice of fiscal decentralization reforms and the reform of intergovernmental finances. Author(s): Boex, Jamie Source(s): , IDG working paper; 2009-06 24 p IDG working paper…
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Decentralization task force meeting, New York City 2009
Abstract: In June 2009, top academics studying decentralization presented and debated the latest research in the field and discussed and evaluated the resulting policy options in the company of policymakers from countries with notable decentralization experiments. Author(s): Columbia University Source(s): , 1 file, ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2009 Columbia university. Initiative for policy dialogue…
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Cooperative governance & traditional affairs
Abstract: As a national department of the government of South Africa, the function of CoGTA is to develop national policies and legislation with regard to provinces and local government. It actively promotes integration in national development programmes and service delivery. Author(s): South Africa Source(s): , Published: 2009 Republic of South Africa. Cooperative governance & traditional…
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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…
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Decentralization, local governance, and rural development
Abstract: Three articles on decentralization issues in relation to agricultural and rural development are presented, viz. on: (1) the risks related to ethnicity, elite capture, and aid effectiveness; (2) the challenge of agricultural development; and (3) emerging issues from Uganda’s experience. Author(s): Arcand, Jean-Louis Source(s): , Berlin workshop series 2008 p. 147-173, ill., tabs Berlin…
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Can the sector-wide approach strengthen local development institutions? : the case of the water sector in rural Benin
Abstract: This bulletin explores the conditions in which the sector-wide approach can strengthen local development institutions. In Benin, the Direction Générale de l’Eau has systematically incorporated into its strategy the institutional reforms geared to deconcentration and then decentralization. Author(s): Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M.; Adjinacou, Cyriaque; Langley, Philip; Leask, Lou Source(s): , Bulletin / Institut royal des…
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Designing inclusive and accountable local democratic institutions : a practitioner’s guide
Abstract: This guide gives an overview of the institutional arrangements at the local level in 22 countries in the Asia-Pacific region, and gives practical examples of ways to improve them and ensure more inclusive involvement. Author(s): Larsen, Henrik Fredborg; Maguire, Linda; Kirby Dorji, Kay Source(s): , x, 139 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 United nations…