Tag: ethiopia
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‘Land grabs’ in Africa : can the deals work for development
Abstract: sl241slmult0The paper looks at the recent wave of large-scale land acquisitions in poorer countries which has sparked a major debate. It analyzes how these investments can either create new opportunities to improve local living standards, or further marginalize the poor. Author(s): Cotula, Lorenzo; Vermeulen, Sonja Source(s): , IIED briefing [4] p., ill., graphs, maps…
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Local government discretion and accountability : application of a local governance framework
Abstract: The World Bank local governance framework of 2008 is applied to ten countries and two sectors. The countries are Angola, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, India (Kerala), Philippines, Guinea, Burkina Faso, Rwanda, Pakistan (Punjab). The sectors are health and education. Author(s): Yilmaz, Serdar Source(s): , Report / World bank; 49059-GLB viii, 91 p., ill., tabs Report…
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Mobilizing rural institutions for sustainable livelihoods and equitable development : a case study of local governance and smallholder cooperatives in Ethiopia
Abstract: This paper examines governance issues in relation to rural institutions and sustainable livelihood improvement, drawing on evidence from Ethiopia. Possible avenues through which rural organizations can play a larger role in improving rural governance are examined. Author(s): Spielman, David J.; Cohen, Marc J.; Mogues, Tewodaj Source(s): , ii, 28 p., ill., graphs, tabs rev.…
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Reforming health systems : the role of NGOs in decentralization : lessons from Kenya and Ethiopia
Abstract: This study proposes that failure to integrate non-governmental organizations and weak inter-sectoral collaboration can hinder overall progress towards decentralization of health governance and the realization of improved health performance in both Ethiopia and Kenya. Author(s): Wamai, Richard G. Source(s): , 19 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 International society for third-sector research (ISTR), [Baltimore, MD…
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Decentralization and local institutional arrangements for wetland management in Ethiopia and Sierra Leone
Abstract: Author(s): Maconachie, Roy; Dixon, Alan B.; Wood, Adrian Source(s): , Applied geography; vol. 30 p. 1-11, ill., maps Applied geography vol. 30 Published: 2008 Elsevier, [Amsterdam etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: /0143-6228 Link: http://eprints.worc.ac.uk/606/1/Maconachie_Dixon___Wood_(In_Press)_Decentralization_and_local_institutional_arrangements.pdf
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Decentralization in Ethiopia
Abstract: This study contains a literature review, field work in eight weredas and two kifle ketemas in Addis Ababa, and three synopses of master theses submitted to the Institute of Regional and Local Development Studies of Addis Ababa University. Author(s): Taye Assefa; Tegegne Gebre-Egziabher Source(s): , iv, 169 p., ill., tabs, 23 cm Published: 2007…
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Of global concern : rural livelihood dynamics and natural resource governance
Abstract: This book wants to create a better understanding of the global challenges faced by rural livelihoods that are intimately dependent on land and natural resources. This includes institutions, processes and developments at local, rural levels, among households, groups and communities. Author(s): Havnevik, Kjell; Negash, Tekeste; Beyene, Atakilte Source(s): , Sida studies; 16 263 p.,…
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Local governance and ICTs research network for Africa (LOG-IN Africa) = Le réseau de la gouvernance locale et de recherches en TICs pour l’Afrique
Abstract: LOG-IN Africa is a African network of researchers from Ethiopia, Kenya, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Senegal, South Africa, and Uganda, which will assess the current state of e-local governance initiatives in Africa, and in particular how ICTs are being used to realize good local governance. Author(s): CAFRAD Source(s): , Published: 2006 African training and research…
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Capacity building for decentralised education service delivery in Ethiopia and Pakistan : a comparative analysis : a study prepared for the project Capacity, change and performance
Abstract: This discussion paper summarizes the main features of the two cases. It identifies factors that appear to matter most in the relationship of change, capacity and performance, and with regard to the feasibility of building effective capacity for devolved education service delivery. Author(s): Watson, David; Yohannes, Lissane; Khan, Adnan Qadir Source(s): , ECDPM discussion…
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IFAD’s performance and impact in decentralizing environments : experiences from Ethiopia, Tanzania and Uganda : thematic evaluation
Abstract: This IFAD evaluation could not conclude that decentralization in Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda has enhanced the impact of IFAD-assisted interventions, or made them more pro-poor or more accountable to the poor. Recommendations are made for capacity building, accountability, and project design. Author(s): IFAD Source(s): , Report / International fund for agricultural development; 1641 xxx,…