Tag: economic growth

• Ghana center for democratic development : partisans for democracy and good governance

  Abstract: The Center is an independent, nonpartisan and nonprofit research-based and policy-oriented think tank in Accra, Ghana. Its mission is to promote democracy, good governance and the development of liberal economic environment in Ghana in particular and Africa in general. Author(s): CDD-Ghana Source(s): , Published: 2008 Ghana center for democratic development (CDD-Ghana), Accra (English ISBN/ISSN:…

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  democracy, economic growth, economic policy, ghana, Governance, political conditions

• Africa power & politics

  Abstract: Power and Politics in Africa is a five-year programme of research and policy engagement. It brings together research centres and think-tanks in Africa, Europe and the USA. The programme explores political, economic and social arrangements to promote development and poverty alleviation. Author(s): ODI Source(s): , Published: 2008 Overseas development institute (ODI)]. Africa power and…

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  africa south of sahara, economic growth, ghana, institution building, political conditions, poverty alleviation, research, social aspects, Uganda

• State and governance : the limits of decentralisation

  Abstract: The lessons of the experience of those countries where decentralization has had a positive impact suggest that devolution of power and the control of resources at the local level can only work to improve conditions when the State itself is committed to State and governance. Author(s): Chabal, Patrick Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-01 16…

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  Africa, africa south of sahara, decentralization in government, Development, economic growth, Governance, political conditions, poverty alleviation, states

• Afrobarometer : an African-led series of national public attitude surveys on democracy and governance in Africa

  Abstract: Afrobarometer is African-led initiative that reports the results of national sample surveys on the attitudes of citizens in selected African countries towards democracy, markets, civil society, and other aspects of development. Author(s): Afrobarometer Source(s): , Published: 2007 Afrobarometer, [Cape Town etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.afrobarometer.org/

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  Africa, africa south of sahara, civil society, democracy, Development, economic growth, Local Government, market economies, public opinion, public opinion polls, social development

• Evaluation of local economic development (LED) in the Free state province

  Abstract: This report examines the current status quo with respect to Local Economic Development (LED) in the Free State Province, and the impact which LED projects are having on local communities. The role of local government is highlighted. Author(s): Nel, Etienne Source(s): , CDS research report : LED & SMMC development; 2 52 p CDS…

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  development planning, economic growth, enterprise development, Local Government, poverty alleviation, South Africa

• Fiscal decentralization : is it happening? : how do we know? : conference papers

  Abstract: This paper looks at 3 policy issues: (1) decentralization is happening politically, but is it also fiscally? (2) is fiscal decentralization destabilizing growth; and (3) have any of the promised benefits of political decentralization been realized? Author(s): Ebel, Robert D.; Yilmaz, Serdar Source(s): , International studies program 12 p., ill., tabs International studies program…

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  decentralization in government, economic growth, Fiscal policy, political aspects

• Decentralization briefing notes

  Abstract: These overviews cover decentralization issues such as: rationale for decentralization; political, fiscal, and administrative aspects; participation; transfers and grants; capacity building; service delivery in health, education, water supply and infrastructure; and, equity and transparency. Author(s): Litvack, Jennie; Seddon, Jessica; Ahmad, Junaid Source(s): , WBI working papers x, 99 p., ill., tabs WBI working papers…

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  accountability, Capacity Building, civil society, decentralization in government, economic growth, education, Fiscal policy, health, infrastructure, popular participation, poverty alleviation, Public administration, public services, social justice, water supply

• Decentralisation and rural development : the role of the public and private sector in the provision of agricultural support services

  Abstract: This report looks at several ways that local government could provide an enabling environment for the private sector. This requires an appreciation that a vibrant private sector can increase the productivity of the local economy and hence increase the long-term viability of local government. Author(s): Smith, Lawrence D. Source(s): , 11 p. Published: 1998…

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  agricultural extension, decentralization in government, economic development, economic growth, enterprise development, Local Government, private sector, rural development