Tag: ghana
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Development as a collective action problem : addressing the real challenges of African governance : synthesis report
Abstract: Experiences with local justice in Ghana and education reform in the Sahel show that development is best seen as a multi-layered collective action problem. Development assistance should be designed so as to support local problem-solving and adapting state programmes to local values and preferences. Author(s): Booth, David Source(s): , xi, 117 p., ill., graphs…
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Accountability in local government revenue management : who does what?
Abstract: Using financial responsibility charting, this study found that the members of the Asante Akim South District Assembly in Ghana who are supposed to hold others accountable do not have a fair understanding of the responsibilities of the core staff in the financial management chain. Author(s): Akudugu, Jonas Ayaribilla Source(s): , Information and knowledge management;…
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Understanding local self governance : an applied research perspective
Abstract: This paper questions the current practice of appointing local public officials by the central government. This turns out to be more partisan than originally intended in the Local Government Act. Constitutional amendments in favour of local government elections are urgently needed. Author(s): Indira, A. Source(s): , International NGO journal (INGOJ); Vol. 6, No. 1…
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Perceptions of public libraries in Africa : combined report prepared for EIFL
Abstract: The perceptions of public libraries in Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia and Uganda was studied among users, library staff, and local authorities. In the case of local government officials the objective was to understand whether they think libraries can make a difference. Author(s): Source(s): , 101 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2011 eIFL, [Utrecht…
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Adapting land administration to the institutional framework of customary tenure : the case of peri-urban Ghana
Abstract: Case studies from peri-urban areas in Ghana and participatory GIS are used to demonstrate that customary rights can be recognized by adapting land administration to the institutional framework of customary tenure, provided customary institutions receive sufficient support to undertake LA functions. Author(s): Arko-Adjei, Anthony Source(s): , Sustainable urban areas; 39 255 p., ill., maps,…
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Annual World bank conference on land and poverty : conference agenda
Abstract: The theme of the 2011 conference was “Countries strengthen land governance”. In a period of land grabbing, better land governance can encourage investment, steer urban growth and improve social welfare. It also helps countries overcome a legacy of inequality, dispossession and conflict. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , Published: 2011 World bank, Washington, DC (English…
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Ghana : food security and land governance factsheet
Abstract: This factsheet contains information on the regulatory land governance framework in Ghana, including land tenure forms, the institutional land governance framework, gender, foreign direct investment, land grabbing, national policy, and donor support. Author(s): Heegde, Martijn De; Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M.; Porchet, Nicholas Source(s): , 6 p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 Land governance for equitable and…
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Youth participation in local governance : toolkit and action plan : educate, empower and engage
Abstract: This toolkit helps promote young people’s participation in decision-making, and encourage the inclusion of youth in local governance practices that sustains effective decentralizing of decision-making processes. A brief comparative of Liberia, Sierra Leone and Ghana is included. Author(s): Source(s): , viii, 43 p., ill., maps Published: 2011 NAYMOTE-Liberia, Monrovia (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://naymote.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Youth-and-Local-Govt-Toolkit.pdf