Tag: Uganda
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Land information management in Uganda : current status
Abstract: This paper presents the current status of land information management system in Uganda, the different problems faced with the system and the practical solutions to the problems. Currently, there are 112 districts, each of which mandated to have its own land office. Author(s): Wabineno, L.M.; Musinguzi, M.; Ekbäck, P. Source(s): , p. 211-223, ill.,…
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Forest governance reforms in eastern Africa : a comparative analysis of institutional, livelihood and forest sustainability outcomes
Abstract: Author(s): Banana, A.Y. Source(s): , 29 p., ill., graphs, map, tabs Published: 2010 Indiana university. Digital library of the commons (DLC), [Bloomington, IN (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://dlc.dlib.indiana.edu/dlc/bitstream/handle/10535/7279/1230.pdf
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Local power and women’s rights : gender perspectives on decentralisation processes
Abstract: A workshop was held to discuss the strategies and political measures needed to achieve gender equality and empowerment of women at national and local level. This book presents the different experiences made by participants from Germany, Uganda and Cameroon and the results of the discussion. Author(s): Prestin, Kirsten Source(s): , [11] p., ill. Published:…
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Private provision of public services in developing countries?
Abstract: The relative efficiency of public and private provision in Uganda‘s local governments of waste collection and water supply services was examined. Public policy makers ought to establish prevalence of conditions that favour private provision before transferring a service to the private sector. Author(s): Ndandiko, Charles Source(s): , ix, 213 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published:…
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Patronage, district creation and reform in Uganda
Abstract: Using data from Uganda, this paper demonstrates that the creation of new sub-national political units (i.c. districts) can constitute a form of patronage. Similar processes may be currently taking place across Africa. Author(s): Green, Elliott D. Source(s): , 34 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 London school of economics and political science (LSE), [London (English…
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Comparative assessment of decentralization in Africa : final report and summary of findings
Abstract: This comparative study draws lessons from African country experiences with decentralization. Accountability remains mostly upward. In one third public service delivery improved slightly. Capacity remains an issue at all levels of government. Author(s): Dickovick, James Tyler; Beatty Riedl, Rachel Source(s): , iv, 79 p., ill., tabs Published: 2010 United States agency for international development…
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Monitoring and assessing the performance of local government councils in Uganda : background, methodology and score card
Abstract: This background paper was prepared as part of a broader initiative by ACODE to develop an assessment mechanism to measure the performance of local government councils in Uganda by applying a set of qualitative and quantitative indicators or the Local Government Councils Score Card (LGCSC). Author(s): Tumushabe, Godber W. Source(s): , ACODE policy research…
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Local government councils performance and quality of service delivery in Uganda : Luwero district council score-card 2008/09
Abstract: Luwero District Council in Uganda was the first to be assessed using the new score-card methodology. District performance and the quality of public services was assessed and recommendations for improvement were provided. Capacity building, budgeting, and development planning need more attention. Author(s): Muyomba-Tamale, Lillian Source(s): , ACODE policy research paper series; 38 iv, 58…
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The Uganda national land policy : popular version
Abstract: Details are provided on the constitutional, legal, and land tenure framework. The national land policy aims to ensure efficient, equitable utilization and management of Uganda’s land and land based resources for poverty reduction, wealth creation and overall socio-economic development. Author(s): Source(s): , ii, 34 p. draft five Published: 2010 Uganda land alliance (ULA), Kampala…