Tag: Governance
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Insecurity and local governance in Congo’s south Kivu
Abstract: This report explores the role of various local organizations and groups in conflict and post-conflict governance and networking in South Kivu have been affected by the civil war and the ways in which local communities cope with chaos and the absence of the state. Author(s): Mushi, Ferdinand Mugumo Source(s): , IDS research report; 74…
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Centre for policy studies
Abstract: Originally established in the Business School of the University of the Witwatersrand in 1987, CPS’ current focus of research is on policy, governance and democratisation, not only in South Africa, but in continental Africa at large. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Centre for policy studies (CPS), [Johannesburg] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.cps.org.za/
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Building governance into a post-2015 framework : exploring transparency and accountability as an entry point
Abstract: The possibility of a stand-alone goal on (local) governance for the post-2015 agenda is considered. It would be the most ambitious but also the most politically challenging option of the two, the other one being to strengthen transparency and governance in support of post-2015 development efforts. Author(s): Bergh, Gina Source(s): , 13 p. Published:…
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Strengthening citizen demand for good governance : making it happen through Liu Lathu pilot projects in Malawi
Abstract: This paper draws lessons from case studies of governance and transparency projects which are being implemented by various civil society and media organizations aimed at strengthening citizen demand and accountability in Malawi. Capacity building and theory of change approaches are reviewed. Author(s): Chiweza, Asiyati Lorraine; Tembo, Fletcher Source(s): , Mwananchi working paper; 2 43…
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Mapping police services in the Democratic republic of Congo : institutional interactions at central, provincial and local levels
Abstract: This paper examines the roles, responsibilities and interactions between the various formal and informal institutions and stakeholders involved in the management of police services in the DRC. It identifies informal networks that influence decision-making processes and policy implementation. Author(s): Nlandu, Thierry Mayamba Source(s): , IDS research report; 71 103 p., ill., tabs IDS research…
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A toolkit for best practices in school governance : Idasa’s Right to know, right to education project
Abstract: This toolkit provides a set of easy-to-follow steps, concepts and guidelines to help local communities to focus and understand Best Practices in Schools and Governing Bodies to meet basic standards. It is a generic guide that is adaptable to different situations, countries and systems. Author(s): IDASA Source(s): , 24 p,, ill., tabs Published: 2012…
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Voluntary guidelines on the responsible governance of tenure of land, fisheries and forests in the context of national food security
Abstract: These voluntary guidelines assist in improving the governance of tenure, and thus contribute to alleviating hunger and poverty, empowering the poor and vulnerable, enhancing the environment, supporting national and local economic development, and reforming public administration. Author(s): FAO Source(s): , vi, 40 p., 25 cm Published: 2012 Food and agriculture organization of the United…
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The Land deal politics initiative (LDPI)
Abstract: LDPI aims to provide in-depth and systematic enquiry into the global land grab in order to have deeper, meaningful and productive debates around causes and implications. LDPI research uses a broad framework encompassing the political economy, political ecology and political sociology of land deals. Author(s): ISS Source(s): , Published: 2012 Erasmus university Rotterdam (EUR).…