Tag: education
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How important is the capacity of local governments for improvements in welfare? : evidence from decentralised Uganda
Abstract: It is hypothesized that the capacity of local governments to implement decentralization is decisive for its success in terms of welfare improvements and poverty alleviation. School enrolment and household consumption were found to be higher for Ugandan districts with higher capacity. Author(s): Steiner, Susan Source(s): , BWPI working paper; 43 35 p., ill., tabs…
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Education decentralisation in Malawi : current trends and developments
Abstract: The study aimed at assessing the implementation of education decentralisation in Malawi and its effects on the district education office operations and the primary school support. There is an acute shortage of material and human resources in terms of numbers as well as competency levels. Author(s): Kufaine, Noel Drake Source(s): , vii, 108 p.,…
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The parents, the patients and the privileged : accountability and elite capture in schools and clinics in Uganda and Tanzania
Abstract: Decentralized public services like primary schools and clinics are increasingly co-managed by committees of parents and villagers. Concerns that the election of management committee members is not democratic are mostly applicable to clinic committees. Author(s): Prinsen, Gerard Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-09 44 p., ill., graphs, tabs SNV publications H0702-09 Published: 2007 SNV Netherlands…
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Building capacity for decentralized local development in Chad : civil society groups and the role of nonformal adult education
Abstract: The lack of local capacity to capitalize on the potential of decentralization in Chad was investigated and the role that intermediate NGOs are beginning to play for local capacity development in the Sahelian region was examined. Author(s): Liebert, Gary P. Source(s): , viii, 222 p., ill., tabs, 22 cm facs Published: 2007 UMI, Ann…
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What makes local government work? : social capital, leadership, participation and ownership in Benin
Abstract: In 2006, the impact of capacity development programmes on the performance of participative local government in 20 municipalities in southern Benin was assessed in terms of improvements to the economy, health and education, and livelihoods. Author(s): Slootweg, Sef; Groen, Jolanda; Llopart, Xavier Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-12 28 p., ill., tabs SNV publications H0702-12…
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School processes, local governance and community participation : understanding access
Abstract: A literature review was conducted to look into inclusion and exclusion and the processes as well as events that influence improved access to education in poor countries in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Gaps in research on school governance and decentralization have been identified. Author(s): Dunne, Máiréad; Akyeampong, Kwame; Humphreys, Sara Source(s): , CREATE…
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La contribution des collectivités territoriales à l’atteinte des objectifs du millénaire pour le développement : quelques expériences au Niger
Abstract: This report provides a historical background of decentralization in Niger and examines to what extent popular or community participation has been able to contribute to achieving the Millennium Development Goals. Author(s): Sène, Gaoussou; Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M. Source(s): , 65 p., ill., tabs Published: 2007 Institut royal des tropiques (KIT) [etc.], Amsterdam [etc.] (French ISBN/ISSN:…
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Assessing the impact of devolution on healthcare and education in Pakistan
Abstract: This report assesses the progress and challenges of effective and efficient service delivery in the health, education, and water sectors, local fiscal roles and responsibilities, and local government accountability and citizen participation under devolution in Pakistan since 2001. Author(s): Nayyar-Stone, Ritu; Hatry, Harry; Peterson, George Source(s): , [58] p., ill., tabs Published: 2006 Urban…
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Ghanadistricts.com
Abstract: This website is a private initiative that was borne out of the desire to have a one-stop information centre for local governments in Ghana. It demonstrates how innovative solutions help solve long-standing socio-economic problems such as housing, transport, education, environment and employment. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2006 Ghanadistricts.com, Accra (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.ghanadistricts.com/home/