Tag: private sector
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Overview on management patterns in community, private and hybrid management in rural water supply
Abstract: The sustainability of rural water supply remains evasive. Community management models, private management models, and hybrid models are reviewed to provide a basis for the selection of the most appropriate management model. Author(s): Kamruzzaman, A.K.M.; Said, Ilias; Osman, Omar Source(s): , Journal of sustainable development; Vol. 6, No. 5 p. 26-36, ill., tab Journal…
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Urban institute Center on international development and governance : nonpartisan economic and social policy research
Abstract: The Urban Institute Center on International Development and Governance (IDG) improves opportunities for citizens in developing countries by providing research and aid focused on local government, delivery and financing of public services, and the interactions with firms and citizens. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2013 Urban institute, Washington, DC (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.urban.org/center/idg/about/
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Causes of poor service delivery in Africa and their impact on development
Abstract: With the current focus on poverty, service delivery remains an issue throughout Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). This paper explores the factors affecting service delivery in SSA and compares public services provision to private sector service delivery, as well as the impact of both on development. Author(s): Odaro, Esohe Denise Source(s): , Consilience : the journal…
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Localising aid : can using local actors strengthen them?
Abstract: This paper analyses whether a Paris-style transfer of aid to and through local government systems is working, and whether an analogous approach might also be appropriate for non-state actors from the private sector and civil society. Author(s): Glennie, Jonathan; Ali, Ahmed Source(s): , Working paper / Overseas development institute; 352 xiii, 41 p., ill.,…
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New partnerships in decentralised cooperation
Abstract: The objectives of this EU-sponsored, inclusive High-Level Platform are to: (1) demonstrate the relevance of local and regional governments; (2) highlight the growing importance of public-private partnerships; and (3) provide local and regional governments with a theoretical and practical framework. Author(s): Source(s): , [6] p., ill. Published: 2012 Eudevdays.eu, Brussels (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Money, corruption, and political competition in established and emerging democracies
Abstract: [Partial preview] The effectiveness of public subsidization of political competition as an alternative to contributions from the private sector is examined, especially from the perspective of its possible anti-corruption effect. Cases include the Philippines, Zimbabwe, and Bangladesh. Author(s): Mendilow, Jonathan Source(s): , xv, 211 p. Published: 2012 Lexington, Lanham, MD [etc.] (English ISBN/ISSN: 978-0-7391-7076-2/…
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Governance in mining areas in Tanzania with special reference to land issues
Abstract: Significant disputes and conflicts have surfaced among stakeholders in gold mining in Tanzania, including artisanal, small and large miners, host communities and community-based organizations, as well as local and central government authorities. The different interests must be aligned. Author(s): Lugoe, Furaha Source(s): , ESRF discussion paper; 41 iv, 13 p ESRF discussion paper 41…
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Visions center for strategic and development studies
Abstract: The Vision Center’s work on decentralization and local development, where it has conducted workshops and trainings to government ministries/entities local government/communities and civic organisations, has led to dialogues between the public-private-community sectors of Jordan. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Visions center for strategic and development studies, Amman (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.jordanvisions.org/en/home.php
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Global land grabbing : update from the International conference on global land grabbing
Abstract: This paper summarizes the highlights of the Conference on Global Land Grabbing, which was held in 2011. Original estimates suggest that national governments and private investors purchased over 40 million hectares of land in just one year from 2008 to 2009, up from 4 million ha/year previously. Author(s): Borras, Jun Source(s): , 6 p.…