Tag: Local Government
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Ethical leadership and political culture in local government : a civil society perspective on local governance in South Africa
Abstract: Important avenues to build better leadership in local government in South Africa are highlighted. A collective change in attitudes and in practices on the part of leadership is needed. Softer issues such as values, a shared vision, commitment, motivation, learning and trust are equally important. Author(s): Van Donk, Mirjam Source(s): , 96 p., ill.,…
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Patronage, district creation and reform in Uganda
Abstract: Using data from Uganda, this paper demonstrates that the creation of new sub-national political units (i.c. districts) can constitute a form of patronage. Similar processes may be currently taking place across Africa. Author(s): Green, Elliott D. Source(s): , 34 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 London school of economics and political science (LSE), [London (English…
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The Local public sector initiative : strengthening public services, achieving development, empowering people over the public sector
Abstract: The Local Public Sector Initiative (LPSI) was initiated in December 2010 by the Urban Institute Center on International Development and Governance to promote international development and strengthen public sector governance worldwide. The focus is on decentralization and local governance. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2010 Local public sector initiative (LPSI), Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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Mobilising tax revenue to finance development : the case for property taxation in Francophone Africa
Abstract: The design and implementation of property tax systems in West Africa as a source of national or municipal revenue is analysed. Development partners could support tax reform through capacity building in the areas of fiscal decentralisation, governance, skills, ICT, collection, and enforcement. Author(s): Monkam, Nara F. Source(s): , Working paper / University of Pretoria;…
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The illusion of ethics for good local governance in South Africa
Abstract: The practical outcomes of ethical, state-of-the-art legislation in South Africa are rather illusive. The article recommends to conduct on-going fraud risk assessments and sensitize the communities through education and training regarding good governance and the code of ethics. Author(s): Vyas-Doorgapersad, S.; Ababio, E.P. Source(s): , TD : The Journal for transdisciplinary research in Southern…
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Making decentralization work : democracy, development, and security
Abstract: This introductory chapter to a collection of essays provides an excellent overview of how decentralization may both enhance and undermine democracy, development, and security. Decentralization appeals flexibly to actors who are motivated by very different goals. Author(s): Connerley, Ed; Eaton, Kent; Smoke, Paul J. Source(s): , viii, 263 p., ill., tabs, 24 cm Published:…
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Pursuing the MDGs through local government : thematic annex
Abstract: During the Global Forum on Local Development of October 2010 a number of themes was discussed, including the role of local governments in: (1) service delivery; (2) state-building and democratization in post conflict settings; (3) food security; (4) poverty reduction; and (5) economic development. Author(s): Baert, Théofiel Source(s): , 53 p., ill., tabs Published:…
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Learning from the south : participatory budgeting worldwide – an invitation to global cooperation
Abstract: An overview of participatory budgeting in the world is provided, with special chapters on Latin America, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. Participatory budgeting is unique because it has evolved in countries of the Global South, but has now become an issue all around the world. Author(s): Sintomer, Yves; Wilhelm, Christian; Cochrane, John Source(s): , Dialog…