Tag: malawi
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District assemblies in a fix : the perils of self-seeking tendencies in decentralisation policy reforms in Malawi
Abstract: Placed in the broader context of political, economic and social transformation of Malawi, this paper says that unless self-seeking tendencies are tamed, the trinity of good governance, development and poverty reduction in the evolving structures of local government will remain an unattainable ideal. Author(s): Chinsinga, Blessings Source(s): , Africa development; vol. 32, no. 1…
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Decentralisation in the agricultural sector in Malawi : policies, processes and community linkages : a status report
Abstract: This status report of the decentralization process in the agricultural sector in Malawi focuses on the extension services in Northern and Central Region. The findings will be used in planning Norwegian agricultural sector support. Author(s): Kaarhus, Randi; Nyirenda, Ramji Source(s): , Noragric report; 32 vii, 48 p., ill., tabs Noragric report 32 Published: 2006…
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[The role of party politics in local participation and representation : challenges and prospects in Malawi’s local assemblies] : chapter one to chapter five
Abstract: Contrary to popular expectations, the paper argues that party politics in Malawi’s local assemblies is hampering effective local participation and representation. Party politics tends to give priority to the needs and survival of the political parties at the expense of local needs. Author(s): Kayuni, Happy Mickson Source(s): , p. 1-78, ill., tabs Published: 2005…
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Guidebook on decentralisation and local government in Malawi
Abstract: This guidebook provides information on decentralization in Malawi. Subjects include: finance, infrastructure, services, national government, municipal and local government, democracy. community participation, local governance, participatory planning, transparency, and accountability. Author(s): Ott, Nicola; Dikani, Tofara Source(s): , vi, 62 p., ill., map Published: 2005 Malawi-German programme for democracy and decentralisation (MGPDD), Lilongwe (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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Mali, Botswana, Namibia, and Malawi : institutional aspects of renewable natural resources governance and management through special districts : final report
Abstract: This document presents eleven cases studies of formal and non-formal special districts, offering promise as an institutional means to improve the sustainable governance and management of renewable natural resources in Africa. Author(s): Source(s): , xii, 234 p., ill., maps, tabs Published: 2004 United nations capital development fund (UNCDF), New York, NY (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
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The politics of decentralization in Africa : a comparative analysis
Abstract: The different pathways to decentralization are examined, via a focus on the political dynamics of the process. A framework for assessing decentralization within individual countries was applied to Uganda, Senegal, and Malawi. Author(s): Ndegwa, Stephen N.; Levy, Brian Source(s): , 35 p., ill., tabs Published: 2003 World bank, Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Livelihoods and rural poverty reduction in Malawi : draft
Abstract: The poor, landlocked, country of Malawi is pursuing the twin strategies of decentralization and the Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper (PRSP). This paper reviews these macro level processes from a rural livelihoods perspective. Author(s): Ellis, Frank; Kutengule, Milton; Nyasulu, Alfred Source(s): , LADDER working paper; 17 27 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs LADDER working paper…