Abstract: Since its inception, NGO Pulse has developed a wide range of online resources to highlight development issues in South Africa and the wider southern African region. Its main objectives are to develop the institutional capacity of the NGO sector through providing information. Author(s): SANGONeT Source(s): , Published: 2012 SANGONeT, Johannesburg (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
Abstract: Afesis-corplan is a non-governmental organisation that has contributed to community-driven development and good local governance in the Border-Kei (Amathole) region of the Eastern Cape since 1992. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Afesis-corplan, East London (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.afesis.org.za/
Abstract: Each year, with funding from the US Congress, NED supports more than 1,000 projects of non-governmental groups abroad who are working for democratic goals in more than 90 countries. Grantees include groups that promote civic engagement in local governance. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 National endowment for democracy (NED), Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: /…
Abstract: Planact is a people-centred, community development organization in Gauteng, South Africa. It builds the capacity of civil society to engage with government and become partners in development, targeting the most marginalized and disadvantaged communities. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2012 Planact, Braamfontein (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.planact.org.za/
Abstract: Case studies from Nepal, Malawi, Kenya, Viet Nam and Tanzania show how local governance dynamics are central to the process of change that enable people to claim their rights. A thorough analysis of local power relations can inform approaches to increase the probability of bringing about change. Author(s): Rowlands, Jo; Gaag, Nikki Van Der…
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Abstract: The role of NGOs for participatory development in Sudan is discussed and their performance is examined. The need establishing effective networks and links between government institutions local community organizations, private sectors and international organizations is emphasized. Author(s): El-Gack, Nawal Source(s): , Africa development; vol. 37, no. 2 p. 195-208 Africa development vol. 37, no.…
