Tag: political representation
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The state of Ghana’s local government system : the case of assembly members
Abstract: This paper discusses some of the weaknesses of Ghana’s local government system, in particular the issues affecting the local development operations of Assembly Members. Their many challenges require national civic education and constitutional amendments to address. Author(s): Adusei-Asante, Kwadwo Source(s): , Inkanyiso : journal of humanities and social sciences; Vol. 4, No. 2 p.…
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Women in search of citizenship : experiences from West Africa
Abstract: This book provides insights into what gender inclusive citizenship means as a practice, what can be achieved when it is promoted and what role participatory action research can play. It shares the experiences of women in local communities devising ways to exercise their citizenship. Author(s): Imam, Ayesha; Kamminga, Evelien Source(s): , 127 p., ill.,…
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Chewing more than one can swallow : the creation of new districts in Uganda
Abstract: The article examines the resources needed to sustain the large number districts in Uganda and draws conclusions with regard to the impact on the decentralization programme. It is concluded that the creation of many new districts has been arbitrary and non-viable. Author(s): Singiza, Douglas Karekona; De Visser, Jaap Source(s): , Law, democracy and development;…
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Choice, recognition and the democracy effects of decentralization
Abstract: Often large development agencies choose to work with a wide range of other local interlocutors, including deconcentrated agents, private bodies, customary authorities, and NGOs. As a result, fledgling local governments are receiving few public powers and face competition for legitimacy. Author(s): Ribot, Jesse C. Source(s): , Working paper / Swedish International centre for local…
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Co-ethnicity and democratic governance : an experiment with South African politicians
Abstract: A study among 1294 local politicians in South Africa involving fictitious constituents showed that politicians of all ethnic groups were more likely to respond to co-ethnic constituents and were much more likely to respond to a unifying than to a divisive issue. Author(s): McClendon, Gwyneth Source(s): , 34 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2011…
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The challenges of women participation in local governance : the case of Accra and Tamale metropolitan assemblies
Abstract: Qualitative data and statistics of female councilors from 1994 to 2006 in Tamale and Accra are used to assess the factors that may be accountable for their small numbers as compared to their male counterparts. In addition, the history and structure of local governance in Ghana is described. Author(s): Mahamadu, Abdul-Razak Source(s): , x,…
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Assessing the role of councillors in service delivery at local government level in South Africa
Abstract: The dynamics of local government service delivery in South Africa is examined, with special emphasis on the role of elected officials, who are a fundamental but often neglected part of the local governance system and whose role has a policy-shaping influence. Author(s): Paradza, Gaynor; Mokwena, Lebogang; Richards, Robin Source(s): , Research report / Centre…
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Building trust in government : innovations in governance reform in Asia
Abstract: Within the framework of democratic governance, decentralization and local autonomy are crucial in fostering more participatory governance and enhancing trust in government. Decentralization contributes to the empowerment of local communities and trust in government at all levels. Author(s): Cheema, G. Shabbir; Popovski, Vesselin Source(s): , Trends and innovations in governance series xv, 260 p.,…