Tag: natural resources
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Decentralisation and boundary setting in Mali : the case of Kita district
Abstract: This paper asks whether territorial decentralisation in Mali should address the issue of land tenure. Examples are used from the district of Kita to try to tackle this issue, starting with a look at the way that local government boundaries have been set in Mali. Author(s): Idelman, Eric Source(s): , Issue paper / Drylands…
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Voluntary guidelines for good governance in land and natural resource tenure : civil society perspectives
Abstract: This paper examines the FAO initiative to adopt guidelines for land and natural resources tenure from a civil society’s point of view, highlighting the role of a human rights framework to improve such a governance system and to make it accountable, transparent, democratic and participatory. Author(s): Suárez, Sofía Monsalve; Osorio, Leticia Marques; Langford, Malcolm…
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Repertoires of domination in decentralization : cases from Botswana and Senegal
Abstract: Government officials, local elites, and commercial interests in Botswana and Senegal have used their so-called repertoires of domination to limit the extent of local-level democratization achieved through the decentralization of natural resource management. Author(s): Poteete, Amy R.; Ribot, Jesse C. Source(s): , 36 p. draft Published: 2009 Indiana university. Digital library of the commons…
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Looking beyond the obvious : uncovering the features of natural resource conflicts in Uganda
Abstract: Even though most people turn to the local government (a formal institution) for arbitration, customary institutions still play an important role in conflict management, especially for the poorer communities where formal institutions are weak. Author(s): Nkonya, Ephraim; Markelova, Helen; Kato, Edward Source(s): , CAPRi working paper; 95 34 p., ill., tabs CAPRi working paper…
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Digital library of The Commons (DLC) repository
Abstract: The Digital Library of the Commons (DLC) is a gateway to the international literature on the commons. Author(s): Indiana University Source(s): , Published: 2009 Indiana university, Bloomington (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://dlc.dlib.indiana.edu/dlc/
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Local governance institutions for sustainable natural resource management in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger
Abstract: Experiences with natural resources management for the purpose of food and income generation are analysed, using cases from Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger. Particular attention is paid to customary arrangements, projects interventions, and decentralization. Author(s): Hilhorst, Dorothea H.M. Source(s): , KIT working papers series; G1 iii, 25 p., ill., tabs KIT working papers series…
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Public sector reforms in Africa and the quest for democratic developmentalism in Africa
Abstract: Subjects include: (1) pitfalls of decentralization reforms in Uganda (2) prospects for improved service delivery in Uganda (3) privatization of water and sanitation services in Kenya. Author(s): Edigheji, Omano Source(s): , Africa development; vol. 33, no. 4 (special issue) , ill., tabs Africa development vol. 33, no. 4 (special issue) Published: 2008 Council for…
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Effectiveness of bylaws in the management of natural resources : the west African experience
Abstract: Recognizing bylaws is one of the most effective arrangements in natural resources management at a local level as they will more easily allow harmonization of the ongoing decentralization process with local practices. Author(s): Alinon, Koffi; Kalinganire, Antoine Source(s): , CAPRi working paper; 93 10 p., ill., tabs CAPRi working paper 93 Published: 2008 International…
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Workshop in political theory and policy analysis
Abstract: The mission of the Workshop in Political Theory and Policy Analysis is to promote the interdisciplinary study of institutions, incentives, and behavior as they relate to policy-relevant applications. Central themes include self-governance, democratic reform, and natural resources management. Author(s): Indiana University Source(s): , Published: 2008 Indiana university, Bloomington, IN (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.indiana.edu/~workshop/about/mission.php