Tag: Local Government
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Country profiles
Abstract: Profiles of the systems of local government in all the countries of the Commonwealth are presented. They were drawn from the Commonwealth Local Government Handbook 2011/12. Author(s): CLGF Source(s): , Published: 2011 Commonwealth local government forum (CLGF), London (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.clgf.org.uk/country-profiles/
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Up-scaling local economic development : lessons from the Ghana decent work programme
Abstract: This case study presents and analyses the lessons learned from the Local Economic Development (LED) component of the Ghana Decent Work Programme (GDWP). It fostered social dialogue at local level, strengthened local businesses, and extended social protection for workers in the informal economy. Author(s): Tijmstra, Sylvia Source(s): , viii, 40 p., ill., graph, tabs…
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Micro-methods in evaluating governance interventions
Abstract: This paper is designed as a working guide for practitioners who would like to conduct scientifically credible impact evaluations of donor-assisted and government-sponsored governance programmes. Generally, decision-makers should strengthen the “evidence-based” development policy agenda. Author(s): Garcia, [Maria] Melody Source(s): , Discussion paper / German development institute; 7/2011 59 p., ill., graphs, tabs Discussion paper…
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National association of local authorities of Ghana
Abstract: The National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana, NALAG, is the umbrella organization of all local government authorities in Ghana, including all district assemblies. It aims to assist in maintaining a high standard of local government administration and local government service delivery. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 National association of local authorities of Ghana…
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Challenges and opportunities for collaborative landscape governance in the east Usambara mountains, Tanzania
Abstract: The workings of the governance of natural resources at local and district levels was studied in the East Usambara Mountains, Tanzania, in order to strengthen collaboration between the actors and institutions at these levels. Author(s): Rantala, Salla Source(s): , Working paper / ICRAF; 127Working paper / CIFOR; 61 iv, 75 p., ill., graphs, maps,…
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Analyzing women’s participation in local government : examining the role of brokers in post-war eastern Sri Lanka
Abstract: This thesis examines how capacity building and a participatory approach to incorporate views of civil society, specically of women in Sri Lanka, can be used to create social cohesion and consequently facilitate peace building and reconstruction efforts. Author(s): Oakley, Erica R. Source(s): , ix, 71 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2011 Utrecht university,…
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Local municipality productive efficiency and its determinants in South Africa
Abstract: The potential determinants of efficiency gaps among 231 local municipalities in South Africa are investigated. It is shown that 3 categories of municipalities could have achieved the same level of services with 16 to 80% fewer resources. Fiscal autonomy and skilled top management were key factors. Author(s): Monkam, Nara F. Source(s): , Department of…
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Energising local economies : local economic development around the Commonwealth : background discussion paper
Abstract: This paper considers the status of local economic development (LED) across the Commonwealth and reviews the context of globalization, the community leadership role of local government, and the increasing expectations and demands of local communities for services and support around. Author(s): Reddy, Purshottama; Wallis, Malcolm Source(s): , 29 p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 Commonwealth…
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Accountability in public services in South Africa : selected issues
Abstract: The service delivery capacity and quality challenges in South Africa are examined by analysing the interaction between service providers and beneficiaries. Special emphasis is placed on the accountability relationships among citizen-users, policymakers, and service providers. Author(s): Brink, Rogier Van Den Source(s): , xiv, 157 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs Published: 2011 World bank, [Washington,…