Tag: Governance
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Devolved natural resource management as a means of empowering the poor : rhetoric or reality?
Abstract: The issue of control over natural resources is considered closely linked to issues of power or good governance, in particular within resource-rich African countries. The NWP framework may be useful in developing a more realistic and field-oriented approach. Author(s): Campbell, Tom Source(s): , Trócaire development review p. 117-133 Trócaire development review Published: 2006 Trócaire,…
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Local governance and ICTs research network for Africa (LOG-IN Africa) = Le réseau de la gouvernance locale et de recherches en TICs pour l’Afrique
Abstract: LOG-IN Africa is a African network of researchers from Ethiopia, Kenya, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Senegal, South Africa, and Uganda, which will assess the current state of e-local governance initiatives in Africa, and in particular how ICTs are being used to realize good local governance. Author(s): CAFRAD Source(s): , Published: 2006 African training and research…
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Building sustainable local development through participatory governance and sub-national capacity development : why development and international support failures in Africa?
Abstract: The author describes the conditions for successful decentralization and good local governance, leading to poverty reduction and local economic development. Strengthening local governments and promoting civil society organizations and small and medium enterprises are named as key requirements. Author(s): Massuanganhe, Israel Jacob Source(s): , 6 p. Published: 2006 United nations capital development fund (UNCDF)…
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Decentralization : fueling the fire or dampening the flames of ethnic conflict and secessionism?
Abstract: This paper uses statistical analysis of 23 democracies from 1990 to 2000 to show that decentralization decreases ethnic conflict directly by giving groups control over their own affairs, but that it increases ethnic conflict indirectly by encouraging the growth of regional parties. Author(s): Brancati, Dawn Source(s): , International organization; 60 p. 651-685, ill., graphs,…
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Land rights reform and governance in Africa : how to make it work in the 21st century?
Abstract: This paper looks at the root causes of insecurity in land tenure and current indications as well as constraints of real reforms. It discusses the conditions for an enabling reform, through community-based and incrementally expanding change. Author(s): Alden Wily, Liz Source(s): , Discussion paper / United nations development programme 48 p Discussion paper /…
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Monitoring and evaluation of support for decentralisation and local governance : Kenya case study
Abstract: The ECDPM researched approaches and tools for monitoring and evaluating support to decentralization. The paper analyses the present practice in Kenya, a country that has engaged repeatedly in decentralisation efforts and received support from a number of European donors. Author(s): Maina, Betty Source(s): , ECDPM discussion paper; 61 viii, 32 p., 30 cm ECDPM…
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Governance of local economic development in sub-Saharan Africa : who are the dancers and do they act ‘in concert’?
Abstract: This paper is a critical reflection on recent theories of local economic development with special reference to the problematic situation in rural sub-Saharan Africa. Growth coalitions between local governments and private sector actors or community associations may not yet exist in Africa. Author(s): Helmsing, Albertus Hendrikus Johannes Source(s): , Working paper series / Institute…
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Building effective local partnerships for improved basic social services delivery in Mali
Abstract: The opportunities for tri-partite partnerships involving local governments, the Ministry of Health, and civil society organizations involved in the management of community health centres are analysed, using the case of Dioïla district, Mali. Author(s): Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M. Source(s): , iii, 32 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2005 Royal tropical institute (KIT) [etc.], Amsterdam [etc.]…
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Empowering the poor : the KALAHI-CIDSS community-driven development project : a toolkit of concepts and cases
Abstract: This paper reports on a community-driven development project in the Philippines that aims to empower communities through their enhanced participation in poverty reduction projects. Stories from the communities illustrate the general outline of the programme objectives and features. Author(s): Parker, Andrew; Sera, Yumi; Bhatnagar, Bhuvan Source(s): , 40 p., ill., maps Published: 2005 World…
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Building capacities for monitoring and evaluating decentralisation and local governance in West Africa : facilitating capitalisation and learning : methodological guidance for the preparation of case studies
Abstract: The purpose of this methodological note is to provide guidance for authors in phase 1 of a multi-organizational activity in the field of capacity building in M&E. It is meant to ensure that the selected approaches and experiences will be presented in a user-friendly and concise form. Author(s): Loquai, Christiane; Le Bay, Sonia; Baser,…