Tag: institutional infrastructure
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Decentralization and economic performance in Indonesia
Abstract: Decentralized government in Indonesia has not had a positive effect on national economic performance as a result of extreme heterogeneity in endowments, factor immobility, and the endogenous deterioration of local governance institutions. No negative effect was found, either. Author(s): Pepinsky, Thomas B.; Wihardja, Maria M. Source(s): , 38 p., ill., graphs, tabs new version…
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Informal institutions key issue guide
Abstract: This web guide provides information on the role of traditional institutions or informal institutions in the development process by complementing state initiatives or by providing a space for the poor to access the state. Author(s): Ananthpur, Kripa; IDS Source(s): , Published: 2010 University of Sussex. Institute of development studies (IDS). Eldis, Brighton (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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Local governance reforms in Zambia : a review
Abstract: The efforts of successive Zambian governments to transform and institutionalize democratic local governance are reviewed. The failure to fully empower local authorities undermines their effectiveness and legitimacy. Author(s): Chikulo, Bornwell Source(s): , Commonwealth journal of local governance (CJLG); 2 p. 98-106, ill Commonwealth journal of local governance (CJLG) 2 Published: 2009 University of technology…
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Decentralization measures revisited
Abstract: This paper revisits various measures of decentralization, using a sample of 58 countries, out of which 5 low-income. Aggregating distinct dimensions into a single indicator leads to a loss of information. Author(s): Martinez-Vazquez, Jorge; Timofeev, Andrey Source(s): , International studies program : working paper; 09-13 22 p., ill., graphs, tabs International studies program :…
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Local government and traditional authorities in Ghana : towards a more productive relationship
Abstract: In 2008, Ghana counted 170 local government units: Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies. Traditional authorities have played and continue to play an important role in the politico-socio-economic development of Ghana. Author(s): Mahama, Callistus Source(s): , Commonwealth journal of local governance (CJLG); 4 p. 7-25, ill., tab Commonwealth journal of local governance (CJLG) 4 Published:…
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What determines the quality of local financial management? : the case of Tanzania
Abstract: Data for local government authorities in Tanzania are used to examine the determinants of effective local financial management in developing economies. Councils with better planning and project implementation practices achieved better local financial management outcomes. Author(s): Boex, Jameson; Muga, Matitu C. Source(s): , IDG working paper; 2009-02 18 p., ill., tabs IDG working paper…
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Developmental local government in South Africa : institutional fault lines
Abstract: In this discussion of the South-African local government framework, as well as some of its major challenges, the practice of internal municipal governance is examined, and the feasibility of the intergovernmental planning framework is questioned. Author(s): De Visser, Jaap Source(s): , Commonwealth journal of local governance (CJLG); 2 p. 7-25 Commonwealth journal of local…
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Can the sector-wide approach strengthen local development institutions? : the case of the water sector in rural Benin
Abstract: This bulletin explores the conditions in which the sector-wide approach can strengthen local development institutions. In Benin, the Direction Générale de l’Eau has systematically incorporated into its strategy the institutional reforms geared to deconcentration and then decentralization. Author(s): Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M.; Adjinacou, Cyriaque; Langley, Philip; Leask, Lou Source(s): , Bulletin / Institut royal des…