Tag: South Africa
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Supporting improved water services : national municipal benchmarking initiative
Abstract: Local Government Water Services Authorities in South Africa have contributed significantly towards increased access to basic and improved water services. The benchmarking initiative builds local and international learning,and seeks to use benchmarking for further improvements. Author(s): Moraka, William Source(s): , IMESA; March p. 79, ill IMESA March Published: 2012 Sabinet], [Guateng etc. (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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An efficiency analysis of basic service provision in South African local government (2006/7 to 2008/9)
Abstract: The effectiveness and efficiency with which municipalities have provided (Reconstruction and Development Program) RDP water, sanitation, electricity, and refuse removal was evaluated for 231 disadvantaged local municipalities and 46 district municipalities in South Africa. Author(s): Van Der Westhuizen, G.; Dollery, B.; Grant, B. Source(s): , TD : The Journal for transdisciplinary research in Southern…
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Improving school governance through participative democracy and the law
Abstract: This paper argues that the crisis presently experienced in the education system of South Africa is partly attributable to misconceptions of democracy, misapplications of legal and democratic principles, and systemic weaknesses in traditional models of democracy. Author(s): Smit, Marius H.; Oosthuizen, Izak J. Source(s): , South African journal of education; 31 p. 55-73, ill.,…
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[Local government action
Abstract: This website provides access to a number of resource documents for local action with regard to water budgeting, housing, sanitation, and the right to protest. Author(s): Source(s): , Published: 2011 Local government action], [S.l. (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.localgovernmentaction.org/
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Addressing scarce and critical skills in Limpopo local government : the LGSETA option
Abstract: This article on the role of Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA) in job creation and the reduction of scarce skills in Limpopo, South Africa, concludes that partnerships are to be developed with higher institutions of learning and training institutions. Author(s): Mafunisa, M.J.; Tsanwani, A.P. Source(s): , [Sabinet]; Vol. 46, No. 1.1…
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Perceptions about municipal governance in the post-1996 era : the case of Thulamela local municipality
Abstract: An assessment of stakeholder perceptions on effective municipal governance confirms that the necessary structures and systems are in place for effective governance, but poor communication creates negative perceptions. Introduction of the scorecard is recommended. Author(s): Netswera, Fulufhelo G.; Phago, Kedibone G. Source(s): , Africa insight; vol. 41, no. 2 p. 130-141, ill., tabs Africa…
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Local government capacity challenges in post apartheid South Africa : lessons learnt
Abstract: In South Africa, the local level is viewed as the delivery arm of the state, but currently it is characterized by inefficiency, maladministration and corruption. Capacity building should take an integrated view of the institutional, organizational, and human resource dimensions involved. Author(s): Davids, Gregory J. Source(s): , African journal of business management; Vol. 5,…
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Municipal local economic development and the multiplier effect : piloting a community enterprise identification method in South Africa and Namibia
Abstract: Each local economy is unique, and has its own opportunities. The ’Plugging the Leaks’ method recognizes that communities themselves know best how money enters and exits their area. By working collectively to improve their local economy, local communities are able to re-circulate cash internally. Author(s): Heideman, Lucienne Source(s): , Commonwealth journal of local governance…