Tag: Governance
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Khanya-aicdd : African institute for community-driven development
Abstract: Khanya-AICDD is an African centre of expertise on community-driven development, which helps transform development systems to support the livelihoods of poor people in Africa through action-learning processes that link government, civil society and business. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2009 African institute for community-driven development (Khanya-aicdd), Bloemfontein [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.khanya-aicdd.org/
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Strategic review of local economic development in South Africa : final report
Abstract: An examination of the key challenges facing Local Economic Development (LED) in South Africa revealed the need for local governance to promote far greater private sector involvement and cross-sector partnership in LED. Author(s): Rogerson, Christian M. Source(s): , 85 p., ill., tabs Published: 2009 Deutsche Gesellschaft für technische Zusammenarbeit] (GTZ) [etc.], [Eschborn etc. (English…
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Technical assistance report, Republic of Indonesia : support for local government finance and governance reform 2 : (financed by the Japan special fund)
Abstract: This Asian Development Bank support project falls under the Local Government Finance and Governance Reform Program in Indonesia. It follows the implementation of reforms to remove policy bottlenecks while conducting central government institutional strengthening and regional capacity building. Author(s): Niazi, T. Source(s): , 19 p., ill., tabs Published: 2009 Asian development bank (ADB), [Manila]…
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General guiding principles for enhancing alignment and harmonisation on local governance and decentralisation : to enhance aid effectiveness
Abstract: These guidelines reflect a consensual approach on how partner countries can translate lessons learned and perspectives put forth by previous studies into joint action on alignment and harmonization initiatives that can enhance aid effectiveness in the field of decentralization and local governance. Author(s): EU Source(s): , 6 p. Published: 2009 European commission (EC), [Brussels]…
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Local level governance of natural resources and the environment : briefing note for embassies
Abstract: This reference note on land governance is developed for the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs, particularly embassies. The aim of this note is to facilitate the inclusion of land governance in the context analysis of the multi annual strategic plans of the embassies in guest countries. Author(s): KIT Source(s): , 16 p. Published: 2009…
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The effectiveness of the state, intergovernmental relations, and the success or failure of the international strategy in Afghanistan
Abstract: The characteristics of the current intergovernmental system and the burden on the delivery of citizen-focused services in Afghanistan are described. Suggestions for steps that donors can take to address the paradox of having excessive central control in a weak state are suggested. Author(s): Boex, Jamie; Cadwell, Charles Source(s): , Policy brief / Urban institute…
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Local governance self-assessment : guidelines for facilitators
Abstract: This Local Governance Self-Assessment tool is one among many tools that can contribute to build empowered citizens’ participation and accountability into local governance. The tool is designed to be used at community and Union Parishad levels. Author(s): Boss, Matthias Source(s): , 36 p., ill., tabs Published: 2009 Intercooperation, Dhaka (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.intercooperation-bd.org/PDF/sharique%20doc%20-%20local%20governance%20self-assessment%20(english).pdf
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Deterring corruption and improving governance in road construction and maintenance
Abstract: This sourcebook is meant as a resource to sector practitioners to assess the extent and risks of corruption in the sector and to improve governance in ways that reduce corruption. It outlines the articulation between local and national government transport infrastructure planning. Author(s): Ehrhardt, David; Oliver, Chloë; Kenny, Charles Source(s): , Transport papers; TP-27…
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Centre for development innovation (CDI)
Abstract: The Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) is a unit of Wageningen University & Research centre that works on processes of innovation and change in the areas of secure and healthy food, adaptive agriculture, sustainable markets and ecosystem governance. Author(s): WUR Source(s): , Published: 2009 Wageningen UR (WUR). Centre for development innovation (CDI), Wageningen (English…