Tag: water supply
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VNG international’s Local government capacity programme
Abstract: The 2012-2016 plan for the Local Government Capacity Programme (LGCP) Programme of the Association of Netherlands Municipalities (VNG) is outlined. The consequences of the new priorities of Dutch international development policy (water, agriculture, security, reproductive health) are highlighted. Author(s): VNG Source(s): , 10 p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 VNG international, The Hague (English ISBN/ISSN:…
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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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Analysis of basic service governance and the role of local authorities in improving service delivery
Abstract: A study was conducted in Libya, Sudan, Mauritania, Congo (Brazzaville), and Tanzania on the governance and provision of basic services. The aim was to understand how service delivery can be improved and how local government meet challenges and improve access. Author(s): Sutcliffe, Michael; Bannister, Sue Source(s): , UCLG GOLD : Africa report; III ,…
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What makes the Bangladesh Local government engineering department (LGED) so effective? : complementarity between LGED capacity and donor capacity development support : revisiting the capacity development approach through comparative case analysis
Abstract: LGED is the organization in charge of planning and implementing rural, urban and small scale water resources infrastructure development projects in Bangladesh. It also provides technical support to local government institutions and stakeholder capacity building. Author(s): Fujita, Yasuo Source(s): , JICA-RI working paper; 27 49 p., ill., tabs JICA-RI working paper 27 Published: 2011…
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Integrated water resources management and impact at the community level in Rwanda
Abstract: A study of integrated water resources management (IWRM) at the national, local, and community levels in Rwanda showed the need to establish mechanisms for stakeholder dialogue while interests are still similar. The greatest impact towards IWRM may be achieved at the local government level. Author(s): Ogden, Stephanie Source(s): , Water resources IMPACT; Vol. 13,…
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Decentralized cooperation and management of urban services in southern countries : an application on water supply services in Senegal
Abstract: Institutional economics and collective action theories are used to show that a new urban water supply model based on decentralized cooperation and a strengthening of local authorities capabilities is the only way to improve access at low prices, especially for poor urban dwellers. Author(s): Cissé, Arona Source(s): , 6 p. Published: 2011 Hyper articles…
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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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Conflict and cooperation in local water governance : inventory of local water-related events in Namwala District, Zambia
Abstract: The Competing for Water Research programme developed a conceptual and methodological framework for developing comprehensive inventories of local water related conflict and cooperation. This report documents results of application of it in Namwala District, Southern Province in Zambia. Author(s): Mweemba, Carol Emma Source(s): , DIIS working paper; 2010/15 64 p., ill., graphs, maps, tabs…
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A video report from the Competing for water programme on local conflict and cooperation over water
Abstract: This video filmed in Nicaragua illustrates the magnitude and complexity of water governance which is in many countries the task of district and other local authorities. It is part of a collaborative research Competing for Water programme supported by the Danish Institute for International Studies. Author(s): Rehder, Sten; Gómez, Ligia; Paz, Tania; Ravnborg, Helle…
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Conflict and cooperation in local water governance
Abstract: The Competing for Water research programme investigates local water conflict and cooperation in Africa, Asia and Latin America, and analyzes the consequences for the poor. The programme is coordinated by the Danish Institute for International Studies with (international) partners. Author(s): DIIS Source(s): , Published: 2010 Danish institute for international studies (DIIS), Copenhagen (English ISBN/ISSN:…