Tag: municipal government
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UCLG Capacity and institution building working group (CIB WG)
Abstract: UCLG’s CIB WG brings together professional practitioners from local governments and LGAs, active in the field of Municipal International Cooperation and Association Capacity Building programmes. Author(s): UCLG Source(s): , Published: 2012 United cities and local governments (UCLG), [Barcelona] (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.cib-uclg.org/home
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IMASA online
Abstract: Established in 1998, the Institute of Municipal Administration for Southern Africa (IMASA) has 436 members. The objectives of IMASA include strenthening municipal administration as the foundation for good local government and to promote appropriate training of municipal administration practitioners. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 [Institute of municipal administration for southern Africa] (IMASA), Langebaan (English…
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Strengthening women’s participation in local governance : lessons and strategies
Abstract: This paper seeks to explore the extent to which existing participatory mechanisms enable active participation by women in municipal processes in South Africa, and possible alternative approaches and models to strengthen this. Author(s): Hicks, Janine Source(s): , Community development journal; vol. 46, Suppl. 1 p. 36-50 Community development journal vol. 46, Suppl. 1 Published:…
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Pan African council of LGs
Abstract: The Pan African Council of local governments is the principal policy making body of the UCLGA (United Cities and Local Governments of Africa). It is charged to translate the policy decided by the General Assembly into strategies and implementation programs. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 United cities and local governments of Africa (UCLGA), [Pretoria]…
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Strengthening intra municipal decentralisation through physical accessibility of services and openness in service delivery : the case of Morogoro municipal council
Abstract: The accessibility of offices and openness of communication of municipal or neighborhood decentralization services was examined in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania. Suggested improvements include: better housing, meeting schedules, community participation, training, and transport allowances. Author(s): Lameck, Wilfred Uronu Source(s): , Journal of public administration and policy research; Vol. 3, No. 5 p. 141-155, ill Journal…
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Bootstrapping democracy : transforming local governance and civil society in Brazil
Abstract: [Partial preview] Looking closely at eight cities in Brazil, this book investigates participatory budgeting to ask whether its reforms truly make a difference in deepening democracy and empowering civil society. Author(s): Baiocchi, Gianpaolo; Heller, Patrick; Silva, Marcelo Kunrath Source(s): , xvi, 204 p., ill., tabs, 23 cm Published: 2011 Stanford university press, Stanford, CA…
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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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Street trading in Cape Town CBD : a study of the relationship between local government and street traders
Abstract: A survey among 71 street traders in Cape Town indicates that there is a positive relationship between traders and the City of Cape Town, but that local government does not live up to expectation when it comes to the facilitation of informal business development. Policy recommendations are provided. Author(s): Heerden, Schalk Willem Van Source(s):…
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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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CMRA : Centre for municipal research & advice
Abstract: CMRA is a research and consultancy company that strengthens local governments in southern Africa by assisting municipalities to find practical solutions to critical challenges through research, support, capacity building, and advice. RDLG/10/16. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2010 Centre for municipal research & advice (CMRA), Waterkloof Heights (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.cmra.org.za/