Tag: economic development
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The state of Ghana’s local government system : the case of assembly members
Abstract: This paper discusses some of the weaknesses of Ghana’s local government system, in particular the issues affecting the local development operations of Assembly Members. Their many challenges require national civic education and constitutional amendments to address. Author(s): Adusei-Asante, Kwadwo Source(s): , Inkanyiso : journal of humanities and social sciences; Vol. 4, No. 2 p.…
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Voluntary guidelines on the responsible governance of tenure of land, fisheries and forests in the context of national food security
Abstract: These voluntary guidelines assist in improving the governance of tenure, and thus contribute to alleviating hunger and poverty, empowering the poor and vulnerable, enhancing the environment, supporting national and local economic development, and reforming public administration. Author(s): FAO Source(s): , vi, 40 p., 25 cm Published: 2012 Food and agriculture organization of the United…
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Local government and local development : bridging the gap through critical discourse : evidence from the Commonwealth Caribbean
Abstract: This paper discusses: (1) the institutional and organisational imperatives of a developmental role for local government; and (2) the extent to which these imperatives have been addressed in reform. Generally, local government must be linked more consistently with a local development strategy. Author(s): Schoburgh, Eris D. Source(s): , Commonwealth journal of local governance (CJLG);…
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Expert meeting on the elaboration of an African charter on decentralization and local development (Mont Febe hotel, Cameroon, 7-9 May 2012)
Abstract: The African Union organized an Expert consultation on the elaboration of an African Charter on Decentralization and Local Development in Yaounde, Cameroon, from 7 to 9 May 2012. The elements that need to be taken into account in the process of drafting the charter were identified. Author(s): African Union Source(s): , 7 p. Published:…
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Platforma : the European voice of local and regional authorities for development = la voix européenne des autorités locales et régionales pour le développement
Abstract: The European Platform of Local and Regional Authorities for Development is the voice of local and regional authorities and of their organizations to the European institutions. It supports the dialogue between European local authorities and EU institutions in charge of Development policy. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Platforma, Paris [etc.] (English; French ISBN/ISSN: /…
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Participatory development and non-governmental organisations in Sudan : expectations and realities
Abstract: The role of NGOs for participatory development in Sudan is discussed and their performance is examined. The need establishing effective networks and links between government institutions local community organizations, private sectors and international organizations is emphasized. Author(s): El-Gack, Nawal Source(s): , Africa development; vol. 37, no. 2 p. 195-208 Africa development vol. 37, no.…
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The challenge of coping with mobility within a decentralized context : response of local governments, NGOs and chiefs to internal and international migration in two districts of the Brong Ahafo region
Abstract: This thesis examines to what extent local governments, NGOs and traditional chiefs integrate migration within their policies, plans and concrete activities, using the case of Brong Ahafo region in Ghana? A more enabling environment for international migrants’ investments is needed. Author(s): Vletter, Joanne De Source(s): , 140 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2012…
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Managing informality : local government practices and approaches towards the informal economy : learning examples from five African countries
Abstract: This report presents six case studies from across different African countries – including Kenya, Mali, Rwanda, South Africa and Tanzania – featuring local governments’ utilization of innovative approaches to better manage the informal economy or sector thereof in their localities. Author(s): David, Susanne Source(s): , 97 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2012 South African…