Tag: local finance
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Developmental local government : a case study of South Africa
Abstract: The author proposes a model for capturing the developmental role of local government in institutional arrangements. The model is not only based on development theories, but is also tested in practice. An overview of the South African design for local government is provided. Author(s): Visser, Jacobus Wilhelm De Source(s): , xix, 313 p., 24…
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Participatory evaluation and budgetary processes
Abstract: This paper presents a conceptual overview of decentralization and popular participation, and describes the steps taken in the participatory evaluation of decentralization and how a participatory budgeting process was set up in two rural communities in Senegal. Author(s): Guèye, Bara Source(s): , Issue paper / Drylands programme, IIED; 135 36 p., ill., tabs, 22…
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Assessment of participatory budgeting in Brazil : Inter-American development bank (IADB)
Abstract: The main objective of the study is to assess the extent to which participatory budgeting in five Brazilian cities and one State is fostering the efficient and democratic allocation of resources and citizen involvement in the planning and management of their localities. Author(s): Serageldin, Mona Source(s): , 70 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published:…
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72 Frequently asked questions about participatory budgeting
Abstract: The manual intends to respond in a direct and practical way to the general question of how best to implement a Participatory Budget. Case studies from 14 illustrative cities in Latin America and Europe are presented as examples. Author(s): Cabannes, Yves; Huber, Richard Source(s): , Urban governance toolkit series 86 p., ill., graphs, tabs…
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Decentralization in Latin America : learning through experience
Abstract: Three main challenges for decentralization to succeed in Latin America and the Caribbean are analysed: (1) establishing national fiscal frameworks; (2) placing governments closer to the people; and (3) improving municipal service delivery. Author(s): Peterson, George E. Source(s): , World bank Latin American and Caribbean studies. Viewpoints v, 38 p., ill., 28 cm World…