Tag: ghana
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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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Customary tenure instititions and good governance
Abstract: Key governance issues within customary land delivery in Ghana are identified (efficiency, equity, accountability, participation, transparency) and a framework for assessing customary tenure institutions for peri-urban land governance is presented. Author(s): Arko-Adjei, Anthony Source(s): , 20 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 International federation of surveyors (FIG), [Copenhagen] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.fig.net/pub/monthly_articles/september_2010/september_2010_arkoadjei_et_al.pdf
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Innovations in land rights recognition, administration, and governance
Abstract: This volume is a product of the Annual Conference on Land Policy and Administration. Subjects include: (1) innovation in land administration in Africa; (2) low-cost land administration; (3) the impact of improved tenure security; and (4) land governance. Author(s): Deininger, Klaus Source(s): , v, 241 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2010 World bank…
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ILGS : building capacity for local governance
Abstract: The institute exists to initiate, coordinate and provide demand driven local governance studies, education, training and research as a local governance Center of Excellence. Author(s): Keketsyor, Gass Source(s): , Published: 2010 Institute of local government studies (ILGS), Accra [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.ilgs-edu.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=49&Itemid=79
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Is decentralisation in Ghana pro-poor?
Abstract: A brief comparison of the expenditure and revenue patterns of the poorest and richest local governments in Ghana suggests that local governments are not inherently pro-poor and that locally generated funds might be used in ways that do not reflect the needs of the locality as a whole. Author(s): Obeng-Odoom, Franklin Source(s): , Commonwealth…
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Towards effective participation of chiefs in Ghana’s decentralization process : the case of Wenchi district
Abstract: This study explores the interactive process between decentralized structures and traditional authorities in Ghana, with a view to generating lessons for strengthening the decentralization framework by tapping the strengths of traditional authorities towards accelerated rural development. Author(s): Taabazuing, Joseph Source(s): , xiii, 288 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2010 Author], [S.l. (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Examining relationships between customary and state institutions in Ghana’s decentralized system
Abstract: The Ghanaian chieftaincy has been resilient to “modernization”—maintaining land rights, allegiance from citizens, and influence in rural communities. This study looks for factors that might explain the state’s deficiency in policy regarding chiefs, also with regard to the development outcome. Author(s): Belden, Cory Source(s): , IFPRI discussion paper; 1030 vi, 30 p., ill., tabs…
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Internal migration and rural service provision in northern Ghana
Abstract: The effect of the level of district rural services on rural-urban migration was studied in Northern Ghana. It was found that rural service improvements aimed at reducing economic isolation can enhance labour mobility and free up on-farm labour for migration by lowering transaction costs. Author(s): Wouterse, Fleur Source(s): , IFPRI discussion paper; 952 v,…
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Elite capture or capture elites? : lessons from the ‘counter-elite’ and ‘co-opt-elite’ approaches in Bangladesh and Ghana
Abstract: According to many, community-based development leaves room for elite capture. Using cases from Ghana and Bangladesh, this paper concludes that the success of dealing with elite capture lies in the flexible use of the ‘counter-elite’ and ‘co-opt-elite’ approaches together. Author(s): Wong, Sam Source(s): , Working paper / UNU-WIDER; 2010/82 18 p., ill., tab Working…
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When does rigorous impact evaluation make a difference? : the case of the Millennium villages
Abstract: Rigorous evaluation of the Millennium Villages Project (MVP) shows that estimates of the project’s effects depend heavily on the evaluation method. Weaknesses include the subjective choice of intervention sites. Inexpensive improvements are suggested. Author(s): Clemens, Michael A.; Demombynes, Gabriel Source(s): , Policy research working paper; 5477 51 p., ill., graphs, tabs Policy research working…