Tag: public opinion
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Real democratization in Cambodia? : an empirical review of the potential of a decentralization reform
Abstract: This article investigates popular perceptions of the evolving decentralization reform and the views of representatives of the commune authorities with the aim of analysing key dimensions of this reform in terms of post-conflict reconstruction, local democratization and local development. Author(s): Öjendal, Joakim; Sedara, Kim Source(s): , Working paper / Swedish International centre for local…
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Household preferences and governance of water services : a hedonic analysis from rural Guatemala
Abstract: This report finds that rural households in Guatemala value municipal water services but are indifferent between not having piped water and being connected to a private system. The estimated value of community-managed services is negative, suggesting they have an aversion to them. Author(s): Vásquez, William F. Source(s): , IFPRI discussion paper; 1152 vi, 16…
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Accountability through public opinion : from inertia to public action
Abstract: The effectiveness of new social accountability tools is examined. Subjects include: (1) effective deliberation and accountability; (2) overcoming inertia and generating participation in South Africa; and (3) adult civic education and the development of democratic culture. Author(s): Odugbemi, Sina; Lee, Taeku Source(s): , xxv, 507 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2011 World bank, Washington,…
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E-government adoption in developing countries : the case of Indonesia
Abstract: An online survey of the willingness to use e-government services was conducted in Indonesia. The fact that 93 % of the respondents indicated that they intend to adopt e-government may stimulate central and local governments to develop better e-government for Indonsia’s 45 million Internet users. Author(s): Rokhman, Ali Source(s): , Journal of emerging trends…
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Political economy studies: are they actionable : some lessons from Zambia
Abstract: The extent to which political economy studies can guide institutional reforms is examined, using the case of Zambia. One of the examples shows how policy dialogue shaped advocacy measures to facilitate decentralization reform. Author(s): Beuran, Monica; Raballand, Gaël; Kapoor, Kapil Source(s): , Policy research working paper; 5656 17 p Policy research working paper 5656…
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Sensors, empowerment, and accountability : a digital earth view from east Africa
Abstract: The potential and research challenges of a “participatory sensing” platform or “human sensor web” for empowering citizens to hold local governments accountable for public services using web-published SMS or text messages are discussed, using the case of Zanzibar. Author(s): Georgiadou, Yola Source(s): , International journal of digital earth; Vol. 4, No. 4 p. 285-304,…
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Citizen perceptions of local government responsiveness in sub-Saharan Africa
Abstract: This paper examines local government performance from the perspective of ordinary people, with special attention to questions of responsiveness, representation and accountability. The results both confirm and challenge conventional wisdom. Author(s): Bratton, Michael Source(s): , Afrobarometer working papers; 119 ii, 28 p., ill., tabs Afrobarometer working papers 119 Published: 2010 The Institute for democracy…
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The local government system in Pakistan : citizens perceptions and preferences : results from a National survey, November 2008
Abstract: This report presents the results of an opinion survey on citizens’ views of local government in Pakistan. It was carried out in October 2008, when all of the provinces in Pakistan were reviewing and reforming their local government systems to improve the delivery of services. Author(s): Arif, Shahzad Source(s): , IDG working paper; 2010-02…
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Environmental functions provided by Malaysian local government : user’s perception
Abstract: The factors affecting the user’s perception of environmental services provided by the local government in Kedah, Malaysia, were identified. In the future, government rules and regulations should be more transparent and the participation of all parties should be encouraged. Author(s): Zakaria, Zaherawati Source(s): , Journal of social sciences; vol. 6, no. 2 p. 296-302,…