Tag: education
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Rethinking the political economy of decentralization : how elections and parties shape the provision of local public goods
Abstract: Extension of the decentralization theorem with insights from political science and economics suggests that the interaction of democratic decentralization and party centralization will produce the best outcomes for public service delivery. This was confirmed by education outcomes from 125 countries. Author(s): Ponce-Rodríguez, Raúl A. Source(s): , International center for public policy working paper; 12-27…
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Our future – make it work : National development plan 2030
Abstract: South Africa’s National Development Plan aims to eliminate poverty and reduce inequality by 2030. Challenges include: (1) unemployment; (2) infrastructure; (3) education; (4) spatial divides; (5) resource-dependence of the economy; (6) health; (7) public services; and (8) corruption. Author(s): South Africa Source(s): , 61 p., ill., maps Published: 2012 South African government information, [S.l.]…
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Efficiency of local service provision in Zambia’s health, education and road sectors : implications for decentralisation and the effectiveness of budget support
Abstract: This study examines the scope for improving the operational efficiency of public financial management (PFM) in sub-Saharan African countries, using the case of local service provision in Zambia’s health, education, and road sectors. Author(s): Leiderer, Stefan Source(s): , Studies / German development institute; 71 304 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Studies / German development…
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Transnational research : decentralization in west and central Africa : learning from local and intersector lessons : education, water, health : summary report of case studies
Abstract: A study was conducted in West and Central Africa to study the impact of decentralization on the transfer of powers and resources and on the management of basic services, in particular water, education and health. The grassroots management committees are deemed functional on the whole. PDF file link Author(s): Malam Moussa, Laouli; Ilboudo, Ernest…
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Addressing scarce and critical skills in Limpopo local government : the LGSETA option
Abstract: This article on the role of Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA) in job creation and the reduction of scarce skills in Limpopo, South Africa, concludes that partnerships are to be developed with higher institutions of learning and training institutions. Author(s): Mafunisa, M.J.; Tsanwani, A.P. Source(s): , [Sabinet]; Vol. 46, No. 1.1…
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Gender mainstreaming with special reference to senoir management in local government
Abstract: Gender equality in senior management in local government in South Africa is still not achieved. In addition to education and training, equally important are mentoring and coaching which play a key role in empowering women with the necessary competencies and skills to perform in their roles. Author(s): Penceliah, Y. Source(s): , [Sabinet]; Vol. 46,…
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Coping with inadequacy : understanding the effects of central teacher recruitment in six ward secondary schools in Tanzania
Abstract: In Tanzania, decentralization is used to develop secondary education at ward level. This has led to a problem of teacher inadequacy. This PhD thesis discusses how 6 ward secondary schools cope with this inadequacy. Unfortunately, central recruitment has led to an inadequate distribution of teachers. Author(s): Mafuru, Wilhelm Leonard Source(s): , xi, 151 p.,…
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Malawi : effective delivery of public education services : discussion paper : a review
Abstract: The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST) of Malawi adopted a decentralization programme in 2005. However, decentralization is far from being realized as there is no political will to drive it. National priorities are not clearly spelled out in the district education plans (DEPs). Author(s): Ng’ambi, Francis Source(s): , 20 p. Published: 2011…
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Towards better service delivery : an economic update on Cameroon : with a focus on fiscal decentralization
Abstract: In Cameroon, decentralization is the principal policy tool to improve service delivery. Some key building blocks in fiscal decentralization still need to be addressed to prevent indicators for primary school completion, child mortality, sanitation, and drinking water from dropping. Author(s): Source(s): , Cameroon economic update; 2 20 p., ill., graphs, tabs Cameroon economic update…
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Negotiating on a seesaw : the decentralisation of education and health services in Uganda and Tanzania from a local perspective and in a historical context
Abstract: Between 1997 and 2001, central governments of Uganda and Tanzania expanded the responsibilities of local management committees of schools and dispensaries. The effects on the way in which these management committees engage with central government and with the local polity are examined. Author(s): Prinsen, Gerard Source(s): , xi, 322 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs…