Tag: Local Government
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NED : National endowment for democracy : supporting freedom around the world
Abstract: Each year, with funding from the US Congress, NED supports more than 1,000 projects of non-governmental groups abroad who are working for democratic goals in more than 90 countries. Grantees include groups that promote civic engagement in local governance. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 National endowment for democracy (NED), Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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Stellenbosch university library and information service : SUNScholar research repository
Abstract: The repository of South Africa’s Stellenbosch University has almost 200 theses in the field of public leadership. Author(s): University Of Stellenbosch Source(s): , Published: 2012 Stellenbosch university, Stellenbosch (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: https://scholar.sun.ac.za/handle/10019.1/694/search
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Common constraints and incentive problems in service delivery
Abstract: Five common political economy constraints and incentive problems seem to affect levels of performance in three sectors (education, health, water and sanitation) across multiple countries. They include lack of effective performance oversight, and collective action challenges at the local level. Author(s): Wild, Leni Source(s): , Working paper / Overseas development institute; 351 vii, 30…
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Localising aid : can using local actors strengthen them?
Abstract: This paper analyses whether a Paris-style transfer of aid to and through local government systems is working, and whether an analogous approach might also be appropriate for non-state actors from the private sector and civil society. Author(s): Glennie, Jonathan; Ali, Ahmed Source(s): , Working paper / Overseas development institute; 352 xiii, 41 p., ill.,…
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Donor obligation for public sector reform in Nepal
Abstract: A study of donor support for better governance in Nepal reveals that financial and policy support is highly necessary for strengthening local authorities and civil society organizations. Local authorities are the best performers of good governance among development actors in Nepal. Author(s): Adhikari, Ganesh P. Source(s): , Journal of public administration and governance; Vol.…
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Periodization of South African local government reformation since 1994 : (im)perfect democratic transition
Abstract: This paper traces the different periods from the colonial and apartheid era to the current democratic situation. It addresses the question to what extent developmental local government can be instrumental towards building active, inclusive citizenship within democratic governance context. Author(s): Tshishonga, Ndwakhulu; Dipholo, Kenneth Source(s): , p. 500-517, ill., tabs Published: 2012 International conference…
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The use of performance management for effective governance in public administration
Abstract: This article explores the use of performance management practices as an indispensable link between effective governance and performance management in the public sector. Special reference is made to local and provincial governance in South Africa. Author(s): Fourie, David J. Source(s): , Administratio publica; Vol. 20, No. 4 p. 124-138 Administratio publica Vol. 20, No.…
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Participatory monitoring and evaluation
Abstract: A range of tools and methods for PM&E exist, including: (1) participatory rural appraisal (PRA); (2) citizen report card and community score card; (3) public expenditure tracking survey (PETS); (4) beneficiary assessment; and (5) participatory poverty assessment (PPA). Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , Published: 2011 World bank, [Washington, DC] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://go.worldbank.org/G966Z73P30
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Be the change you want to see
Abstract: Founded in 2001, Janaagraha started as a movement to enable citizen participation in public governance in India. It has now evolved into a robust institution for Citizenship and Democracy. Janaagraha uses a comprehensive framework, REED, as its guiding principle to enhance public governance. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Janaagraha centre for citizenship and democracy,…
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Governance & decentralization (GoD)
Abstract: Governance and Decentralization (GoD) is an online Eldis Community Group for good governance and decentralization research and information. It provides access to governance and decentralization research and information to improve practice, decision-making, and research in developing countries. Author(s): IDS Source(s): , Published: 2011 University of Sussex. Institute of development studies (IDS). Eldis, Brighton (English…