Tag: Local Government
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African governance forum (AGF) : sharing best African governance practices
Abstract: Since 1997, the African Governance Forum (AGF) serves to discuss subjects of importance to the advancement of democratic governance on the African continent. Subjects included conflict management, local governance (AGF-V), poverty reduction, accountability, and transparency. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , Published: 2012 United nations development programme (UNDP). African governance forum (AGF), New York, NY [etc.]…
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Local government and local development : bridging the gap through critical discourse : evidence from the Commonwealth Caribbean
Abstract: This paper discusses: (1) the institutional and organisational imperatives of a developmental role for local government; and (2) the extent to which these imperatives have been addressed in reform. Generally, local government must be linked more consistently with a local development strategy. Author(s): Schoburgh, Eris D. Source(s): , Commonwealth journal of local governance (CJLG);…
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A village-up view of Sierra Leone’s civil war and reconstruction : multilayered and networked governance
Abstract: This report offers a ‘bottom-up’ review of the reconstruction of the state following a devastating civil war, using the case of Sierra Leone. In Africa, the individual state-citizen relationship is also mediated through pre-colonial rural governance systems that continue to play a crucial role. Author(s): Vincent, James B.M. Source(s): , IDS research report; 75…
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Transnational research : decentralization in west and central Africa : learning from local and intersector lessons : education, water, health : summary report of case studies
Abstract: A study was conducted in West and Central Africa to study the impact of decentralization on the transfer of powers and resources and on the management of basic services, in particular water, education and health. The grassroots management committees are deemed functional on the whole. PDF file link Author(s): Malam Moussa, Laouli; Ilboudo, Ernest…
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Citizen participation and transparency in local government : an empirical analysis : paper
Abstract: The relationship between citizens’ engagement in participation programs and their assessment of government transparency was examined with a focus on perceptions of openness, corruption, communication with citizens, and fair and increased opportunities to participate in the decision making process. Author(s): Kim, Soonhee; Lee, Jooho Source(s): , 21 p., ill., tabs Published: 2012 Utrecht university,…
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BTC : Belgian development agency
Abstract: BTC advises and supports central and local authorities. Several aspects are dealt with: developing a coherent institutional framework, developing partner capacities, drawing up local development plans, organizing local tax systems, and providing investment budgets. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Belgian development agency (BTC), Brussels (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.btcctb.org/en/theme/decentralisation
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The challenge of coping with mobility within a decentralized context : response of local governments, NGOs and chiefs to internal and international migration in two districts of the Brong Ahafo region
Abstract: This thesis examines to what extent local governments, NGOs and traditional chiefs integrate migration within their policies, plans and concrete activities, using the case of Brong Ahafo region in Ghana? A more enabling environment for international migrants’ investments is needed. Author(s): Vletter, Joanne De Source(s): , 140 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2012…
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Realising the rights of children : integration of Decentralised action for children and women (DACAW) into Local governance and community development program (LGCDP)
Abstract: This assessment discusses the relevance and feasibility of integrating some key areas of the DACAW programme into Government of Nepal structures. It is based on data from Kathmandu and four other districts in 2011. Author(s): Haug, Marit; Regmi, Raghav Raj Source(s): , Norad report : discussion; 5/2012 38 p., ill., tabs Norad report :…