Tag: legislation
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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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Conflict in Uganda’s land tenure system
Abstract: Uganda’s dualist land tenure system is a root cause of conflict over land use and ownership. The current land tenure laws facilitate land alienation, threaten livelihoods and contribute to food insecurity. The need for reform imposes itself. Author(s): Owaraga, Norah Source(s): , Africa portal backgrounder; 26 9:00 PM Africa portal backgrounder 26 [re-issue] Published:…
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Central and local governments as land regulators, owners and managers : who is doing what?
Abstract: This practice-oriented paper reviews typical issues and challenges of the imperfect distribution of roles between the central and local governments. The paper also outlines better methods to respond to some these challenges. The key provisions to stipulate in national laws are annexed. Author(s): Kaganova, Olga Source(s): , 32 p., ill., tabs Published: 2012 World…
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Indonesia : food security and land governance factsheet
Abstract: This factsheet contains information on the regulatory land governance framework in Indonesia, including land tenure forms, the institutional land governance framework, gender, foreign direct investment, land grabbing, national policy, and donor support. Author(s): Heegde, Martijn De; Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M.; Porchet, Nicholas Source(s): , [10] p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 Land governance for equitable and…
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New roles and challenges evaluated : the uneasy fit
Abstract: Since the early 1990s South African local government has undergone fundamental reform. This paper evaluates the uneasy fit between the different structures and functional areas of local government resulting from the reform process which has in turn hampered service delivery. Author(s): Napier, Clive J. Source(s): , 10 p. Published: 2011 Flinders university of South…
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Ghana : food security and land governance factsheet
Abstract: This factsheet contains information on the regulatory land governance framework in Ghana, including land tenure forms, the institutional land governance framework, gender, foreign direct investment, land grabbing, national policy, and donor support. Author(s): Heegde, Martijn De; Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M.; Porchet, Nicholas Source(s): , 6 p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 Land governance for equitable and…
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SALGA : South African local government association
Abstract: The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) is an autonomous association of 278 municipalities. Its constitutional mandate defines SALGA as the voice and sole representative of local government. It interfaces with parliament, cabinet, and provinces. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 South African local government association (SALGA), Pretoria (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.salga.org.za/
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Ethiopia : food security and land governance factsheet
Abstract: This factsheet contains information on the regulatory land governance framework in Ethiopia, including land tenure forms, the institutional land governance framework, gender, foreign direct investment, land grabbing, national policy, and donor support. Author(s): Heegde, Martijn De; Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M.; Porchet, Nicholas Source(s): , 6 p., ill., tab Published: 2011 Land governance for equitable and…
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Burundi : food security and land governance factsheet
Abstract: This factsheet contains information on the regulatory land governance framework in Burundi, including land tenure forms, the institutional land governance framework, gender, foreign direct investment, land grabbing, national policy, and donor support. Author(s): Heegde, Martijn De; Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M.; Porchet, Nicholas Source(s): , 7 p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 Land governance for equitable and…
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Benin : food security and land governance factsheet
Abstract: This factsheet contains information on the regulatory land governance framework in Benin, including land tenure forms, the institutional land governance framework, gender, foreign direct investment, land grabbing, national policy, and donor support. Author(s): Heegde, Martijn De; Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M.; Porchet, Nicholas Source(s): , [5] p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 Land governance for equitable and…