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• The role of local government in local economic development promotion at the district level in Ghana : a study of the Ejisu-Juaben municipal assembly

  Abstract: Local governments in Ghana are not able to effectively promote local economic development (LED) as a result of inadequate capacity in terms of funds, logistics and human resources. The central government should strengthen local governments in the process of LED. Author(s): Oduro-Ofori, Eric Source(s): , xix, 274 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2011…

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• Decentralisation in Commonwealth Africa : experiences from Botswana, Cameroon, Ghana, Mozambique and Tanzania

  Abstract: Case studies of decentralization policies in sub-Saharan Africa are used to inform lessons learned and policy recommendations to guide decision-makers worldwide. It is clear from the analysis that there is no ‘one size fits all’ design of decentralization policy. Author(s): Kathyola, Janet; Job, Oluwatoyin Source(s): , xx, 291 p., ill., tabs, 24 cm Published:…

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  administrative reform, africa south of sahara, botswana, cameroon, decentralization in government, development policy, english speaking africa, ghana, Local Government, mozambique, Public administration, tanzania

• Yes Africa can : success stories from a dynamic continent

  Abstract: This book with success stories from Africa contains two chapters on different aspects of local governance from Sierra Leone (post-conflict recontruction) and Rwanda (health financing). Author(s): Chuhan-Pole, Punam; Angwafo, Manka Source(s): , xiii, 477 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2011 World bank, Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: 978-0-8213-8746-7/ Link: http://dx.doi.org/10.1596/978-0-8213-8745-0

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  africa south of sahara, agricultural development, botswana, burkina faso, cash crops, communication technology, crop yields, decentralization in government, economic growth, food security, ghana, government spending policy, health economics, health policy, information technology, Kenya, lesotho, liberia, malawi, mali, mauritius, mozambique, private sector, rwanda, sierra leone, small farms, somalia, tanzania, tourism, trade liberalization, transport infrastructure, Uganda

• Monitoring quality of care and accountability mechanisms at the district level : the potential role of the National health insurance scheme in Ghana

  Abstract: A framework for monitoring the quality of care by the NHIS (National Health Insurance Scheme) at district level in Ghana was developed and an exploratory study of the current accountability mechanisms is presented. Author(s): Martens, Merel; Toonen, Jurrien; Wal, Bertram Van Der Source(s): , KIT working papers series; WPS.H6 40 p., ill KIT working…

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  accountability, evaluation, ghana, health services, health services research, Local Government, medical care, national health insurance

• National association of local authorities of Ghana

  Abstract: The National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana, NALAG, is the umbrella organization of all local government authorities in Ghana, including all district assemblies. It aims to assist in maintaining a high standard of local government administration and local government service delivery. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 National association of local authorities of Ghana…

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  Capacity Building, co-operation between organizations, ghana, information exchange, Local Government, public services

• 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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• In pursuit of votes : the capture of the allocation of local public goods by the central state in Ghana

  Abstract: Using a comparative case study of two districts in northern Ghana, it is shown that the rationale of partisan politics of the central state is expressed through an informal model of vote buying. Ignoring this may undermine the current efforts to reform decentralized public-resource allocation. Author(s): Horowitz, Leah; Palaniswamy, Nethra Source(s): , IFPRI discussion…

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  decentralization in government, democracy, finance, ghana, political aspects

• Community involvement in urban water and sanitation provision : the missing link in partnerships for improved service delivery in Ghana

  Abstract: This paper examines how partnerships with communities can complement government’s efforts at improving access to adequate water supply in Ghana. The active involvement of users in the planning and provision of such services contributes to greater equity and financial viability. Author(s): Osumanu, Issaka Kanton Source(s): , Journal of African studies and development; Vol. 2,…

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  community participation, development planning, economic aspects, ghana, Governance, social justice, Sustainable development, water supply

• Local government association capacity building : rationale, co-operation practices, and strategies for the future : Ghana, Kenya, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland and Tanzania

  Abstract: The landscape of international co-operation with regard to capacity building of local government associations in Ghana, Kenya, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, and Tanzania is described and the Finnish development policy related to decentralisation is outlined. Author(s): Östman, Kimmo Source(s): , 93 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 Association of Finnish local and regional authorities, Helsinki…

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  Capacity Building, development assistance, development planning, finland, ghana, international co-operation, Kenya, Local Government, namibia, South Africa, swaziland, tanzania

• Comparative assessment of decentralization in Africa : final report and summary of findings

  Abstract: This comparative study draws lessons from African country experiences with decentralization. Accountability remains mostly upward. In one third public service delivery improved slightly. Capacity remains an issue at all levels of government. Author(s): Dickovick, James Tyler; Beatty Riedl, Rachel Source(s): , iv, 79 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 United States agency for international development…

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  africa south of sahara, botswana, burkina faso, Capacity Building, decentralization in government, ethiopia, Fiscal policy, ghana, mali, mozambique, Nigeria, Public administration, public services, South Africa, tanzania, Uganda