Tag: Local Government
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Local governance and community development initiatives : contributions for community development programs in Timor-Leste
Abstract: What models may be used for local development in decentralization, community development, and local governance planning? In Timor-Leste, the two main models are: the Local Development Programme and the Decentralized Development Program (PDD). Author(s): Butterworth, David; Dale, Pamela Source(s): , Research report / Justice for the poor (J4P) ii, 54 p., ill., maps, tabs…
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Informal taxation
Abstract: The magnitude, distributional implications, and forms of informal taxation for the construction and maintenance of local public goods is estimated, using anecdotal evidence from 10 developing countries. An example is labour payment for rural road construction. Author(s): Olken, Benjamin Aaron; Singhal, Monica Source(s): , 41 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2011 Massachusetts institute of…
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Civil society, public action and accountability in Africa
Abstract: This paper examines the potential role of civil society action in increasing state accountability for development in Sub-Saharan Africa. A key question is how to improve the incentives of higher-level leadership to hold within-state agencies or frontline providers accountable. Author(s): Devarajan, Shantayanan; Khemani, Stuti; Walton, Michael Source(s): , Policy research working paper; WPS 5733Faculty…
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Responsive institutions : local governance
Abstract: According to this Fast Facts Brochure of UNDP, for poor people to make their voices heard, local institutions of governance are the most important avenue. This is where the poor, women and minorities can participate in governance and influence decisions affecting their lives. Author(s): UNDP Source(s): , Fast facts [2] p., ill Fast facts…
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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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Busan and beyond : localising Paris principles for more effective support to decentralisation and local governance reforms
Abstract: A study done by the Working Group on Decentralisation and Local Governance analysed the aid modalities for support to decentralization projects in eight countries. Two-thirds of development cooperation funding is channelled through programme-based approaches (PBA) or multi-donor trust funds. Author(s): Smoke, Paul Source(s): , xii, 42 p., ill., graph, tabs Published: 2011 Development partners…
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Third national program for community empowerment in rural areas (PNPM-rural)
Abstract: Rural PNPM Mandiri is a core part of PNPM Mandiri and is developed from the Kecamatan Development Program (KDP) launched in 1998. The Rural PNPM Mandiri overall objective is to reduce poverty and improve local-level governance in rural areas of Indonesia, using a participatory planning process. Author(s): World Bank Source(s): , Published: 2011 World…
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Municipal development partnership eastern and southern Africa (MDP-ESA) : a partnership enabling local government capacity
Abstract: The partnership is a hands-on capacity building facility with the aim of enabling effective self-governance at local level in Sub-Saharan Africa. It promotes alternative development approaches to problems that affect local authorities by placing emphasis on ownership and direct participation. Author(s): MDP Source(s): , Published: 2011 Municipal development partnership eastern and southern Africa (MDP-ESA),…
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Addressing scarce and critical skills in Limpopo local government : the LGSETA option
Abstract: This article on the role of Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA) in job creation and the reduction of scarce skills in Limpopo, South Africa, concludes that partnerships are to be developed with higher institutions of learning and training institutions. Author(s): Mafunisa, M.J.; Tsanwani, A.P. Source(s): , [Sabinet]; Vol. 46, No. 1.1…
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Analyzing methods to achieve successful development
Abstract: To identify and analyze ‘best practices’ for successful development, 10 non-governmental organizations (NGOs) were interviewed during a two-month stay in Arusha, Tanzania in 2010. The importance of working with local governments and integrating in the community were emphasized. Author(s): Thode, Ashley G. Source(s): , International journal for service learning in engineering; Vol. 6, No.1…