Tag: poverty alleviation
-
Beyond tenure : rights-based approaches to peoples and forests : some lessons from the forest peoples programme
Abstract: On the basis of a review of 17 years of programmatic work with forest peoples in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, this paper explores the complexity of rights that need recognition if community-based livelihoods in forests are to be secured and well-being is to be improved. Author(s): Colchester, Marcus Source(s): , iv, 44 p.…
-
Dutch municipalities supporting the Millennium development goals : a VNG campaign explained
Abstract: A brochure published for a non-Dutch audience explaining the success of the Millennium Municipality Campaign in the Netherlands. It goes into questions such as: ‘Why do local authorities sign up, and what do they do?’ ‘What support does VNG offer?’ and ‘What lessons can be learned so far?’ Author(s): Breugem, Jaap; Wiggers, Arthur Source(s):…
-
Poor people poor services? : how the poor can influence the effectiveness of local services
Abstract: The lecture “Making Services Work for the Poor” by Mr Shantayanan Devarajan, lead author of the World Development Report 2004, is followed by a case-study of local government accountability in Gedaref, Sudan. Author(s): Devarajan, Shantayanan; Tilburg, Peter Van; Musch, Arne; Boom, Rob Van Den Source(s): , 46 p., ill., map, tabs Published: 2008 VNG…
-
Mobilizing rural institutions for sustainable livelihoods and equitable development : a case study of local governance and smallholder cooperatives in Ethiopia
Abstract: This paper examines governance issues in relation to rural institutions and sustainable livelihood improvement, drawing on evidence from Ethiopia. Possible avenues through which rural organizations can play a larger role in improving rural governance are examined. Author(s): Spielman, David J.; Cohen, Marc J.; Mogues, Tewodaj Source(s): , ii, 28 p., ill., graphs, tabs rev.…
-
Local democracy in action : a civil society perspective on local governance in South Africa
Abstract: A framework for evaluating local governance in South Africa is outlined. It looks at three interrelated aspects: democracy, responsiveness, accountability; equitable service delivery and poverty reduction; and planning and budgeting. Author(s): Van Donk, Mirjam Source(s): , 104 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2008 Good governance learning network (GGLN), Cape Town (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
-
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…
-
Introduction: Decentralising service delivery? : evidence and policy implications
Abstract: Lessons for research and policy are drawn from a number of articles. The consequences of democratic decentralisation in Africa for service delivery outcomes are largely negative. On the positive side, the extent and quality of participation are gradually increasing. Author(s): Robinson, Mark Source(s): IDS bulletin; 38(2007)1, p. 1-6 IDS bulletin 38(2007)1 Published: 2007 Royal…
-
State and governance : the limits of decentralisation
Abstract: The lessons of the experience of those countries where decentralization has had a positive impact suggest that devolution of power and the control of resources at the local level can only work to improve conditions when the State itself is committed to State and governance. Author(s): Chabal, Patrick Source(s): , SNV publications; H0702-01 16…
-
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…