Tag: leadership
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South African governance in review : anti-corruption, local government, traditional leadership
Abstract: The following three issues are discussed: public sector anti-corruption, local government restructuring, and traditional leadership and governance. Key measures by the South-African government to combat corruption are reviewed and administrative and legal weaknesses that remain are highlighted. Author(s): Jackson, Paula Source(s): , ix, 53 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2009 HSRC press, Cape Town…
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Pitfalls of participatory programs : evidence from a randomized evaluation in education in India
Abstract: In India, the government program on universal primary education organizes both locally elected leaders and parents and gives them powers over monitoring and management of school performance. Three different interventions encourage beneficiaries’ participation through these committees. Author(s): Banerjee, Abhijit Source(s): , NBER working paper; 14311 36 p., ill., graphs, tabs NBER working paper 14311…
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Recognition and democratisation : ‘new roles’ for traditional leaders in sub-Saharan Africa
Abstract: The present working paper reviews recent literature on the role of traditional leaders in sub-Saharan Africa and discusses the potential consequences of the current waves of democratization and recognition of traditional leaders in decentralized governance. Author(s): Kyed, Helene Maria; Buur, Lars Source(s): , DIIS working paper; 2006/11 [34] p., 30 cm DIIS working paper…
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Developing a communication strategy for a local government association (LGA)
Abstract: This practical, easy-reference manual in developing a communication strategy is especially tuned to local government institutes and LGAs whose leadership wishes to improve and to strengthen the way the organization communicates, both internally and externally. Author(s): Picard, Geneviève Source(s): , 38 p., ill., tabs Published: 2004 VNG international, The Hague (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Local governance for poverty reduction in Africa : AGF-V concept paper
Abstract: This concept paper highlights issues in local governance, including: (1) political leadership and participation; (2) access and equity in social service delivery; (3) fiscal decentralization and financial management; and (4) a framework for action linking local governance and poverty reduction. Author(s): Saasa, Oliver S.; Teixeira, Alfredo; Othman Source(s): , 33 p., ill., map, tab…