Challenges To Democratic Governance In Developing Countries

Author : Gedeon Mudacumura,Göktuğ Morçöl
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 287 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-04
Category : Law
ISBN : 9783319031439

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Challenges to Democratic Governance in Developing Countries by Gedeon Mudacumura,Göktuğ Morçöl Pdf

​Despite the large amounts of human and financial resources invested to foster democratic governance in developing countries, statistics show that the majority of these countries have not yet achieved significant improvements in living standards. While some regions make strides towards improving the living conditions of their citizens, Sub-Saharan Africa, for instance, is still trapped in poverty with more than 40% of its 600 million people living below the internationally recognized absolute poverty line of one US dollar per day. Poor governance and corruption should be highlighted as the most important systemic factors contributing to poverty in developing countries. As a result the institutional foundations of these countries are weakened, public funds are misappropriated, and policies and programs aimed at reducing poverty and fostering sustainable economic growth are undermined. It is therefore not surprising that a 2008 Transparency International report found a direct link between corruption and the failure of the societal institutions designed to achieve the Millennium Development Goals in the majority of developing countries. This book investigates the problems of democratic governance, particularly as they relate to corruption, and also whether democracy should be based on universal principles or local context and historical factors. It also analyses the rule of law, in promoting democratic governance and curbing corruption and if governmental, non-governmental organizations, and civil societies are effective in promoting democratic governance and curbing corruption. This book will go beyond identifying the challenges and offer plausible solutions that could be adapted to various developing countries. It is premised on the importance of bridging theory and practice, which has been lacking in most local and international development publications, making of interest to scholars and policy-makers alike concerned with public administration in developing countries.​

Author : Shamsul M. Haque,Anastase Shyaka,Gedeon M. Mudacumura
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-14
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317371618

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Democratizing Public Governance in Developing Nations by Shamsul M. Haque,Anastase Shyaka,Gedeon M. Mudacumura Pdf

This edited volume brings together critical insights that address the multifaceted problems of governance and democracy in the developing regions with specific reference to Africa. It explores both the externally prescribed and home-grown governance initiatives geared toward democracy and development, and suggests alternative strategies to improve the processes and institutions of governance. The chapters in the book deal with major concerns related to governance, including the strengths and limits of existing policies and practices and the structure and role of state and non-state institutions in promoting democracy and participation. All these issues, in general, have great significance for realizing an authentic and enduring mode of democratic governance in the developing world.

Author : Dele Olowu,James Stevenson Wunsch
Publisher : Lynne Rienner Publishers
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1588261735

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Local Governance in Africa by Dele Olowu,James Stevenson Wunsch Pdf

An exploration of why some decentralization reforms have led to viable systems of local governance in Africa, while others have failed. It outlines the key issues involved, provides historical context, and identifies the factors that have encouraged or discouraged success.

Author : Niraja Gopal Jayal,Sudha Pai
Publisher : SAGE Publications Pvt. Limited
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2001-12-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : STANFORD:36105110383556

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Democratic Governance in India by Niraja Gopal Jayal,Sudha Pai Pdf

This volume of original essays highlights an interesting phenomenon: a variety of social movements and new institutional experiments are now seeking to wrest the state s responsibility of securing development and alleviating poverty. The sphere of the market on the one hand, and the non-governmental sector on the other, are identified by the contributors as critical ingredients in the alternative conceptualizations of governance that have begun to inform the discourse on development.

Author : Séverine Bellina,Hervé Magro,Violaine de Villemeur,France. Ministère des affaires étrangères et européennes
Publisher : Hurst & Company
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Democracy
ISBN : 1849040192

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Democratic Governance by Séverine Bellina,Hervé Magro,Violaine de Villemeur,France. Ministère des affaires étrangères et européennes Pdf

'Governance' has become a key word in the lexicon of international relations over the last twenty years. It is used, loosely, and invariably in a liberal idiom, by scholars, activists, civil society organizations, politicians and the voluntary sector. In many respects it has attained the status of a fetish, yet 'governance' remains a notion that has multiple definitions, a concept in-the-making. Notwithstanding the imprecision with which the term is employed, it has become an inescapable paradigm for the politics of development. The contributors to this book, drawn from among some of the world's best area studies specialists, from North and South, offer a diverse global critique of 'governance' as deployed in several key areas: institutions and state actors; the rule of law, democracy and human rights; decentralization and state power; development and, last but not least, international cooperation and the role of the World Bank, the IMF and NGOs. The geographical spread of the volume ranges from Africa to Latin America, from Asia to the Middle East. Their objectives include: a reassessment of 'governance' in its many manifestations; an attempt to free the term from its often unhelpful linkage to the state, and thereby apply it to other organizations and actors; a re-evaluation of the Western-dominated use of the term politically and an attempt to broaden its application beyond issues such as transparency and the fight against corruption; and a search for innovative applications of the term, driven by a consensus that transcends current economic and political inequalities.

Author : R.B. Jain
Publisher : Verlag Barbara Budrich
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2006-12-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783866498358

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Governing development across cultures by R.B. Jain Pdf

The book is a critical examination and appraisal of the status, methodology and likely future trends of the emerging sub-discipline of “Governing Development” within the broader discipline of political science, leading to the application of “Good Governance” in the administration and development of the newly emerged nations during the later half of the twentieth century.

Author : Darlington Mgbeke
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781449000721

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Public Policy Implementation in a Democratic Governance Society by Darlington Mgbeke Pdf

This is a must-read book for inquisitive minds, those with big ideas in the collaborative foundations of Democratic Governance, Public Administration and Capacity Building. It is a book of building and improving public service, current issues and best practices in managing transformational trends in governance and democracy, employee empowerment citizen participation and the rampant culture of corruption in the Nigerian system of government. It is a book of learning from the practice of Democratic Governance in a civic society; a practical example of Nigerian inept leadership in management of the Public Administrative sector that includes thought-provoking normative arguments; a book that creates a powerful learning instrument for students of research methodology; a reference book for adult learners and researchers; a book that can bring each person's life experiences to share, and allow them to open their minds as they read the book with innovative public leadership development in mind.

Author : Dan Turello
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Democracy
ISBN : UCBK:C074805839

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Democracy and Governance by Dan Turello Pdf

Author : Göran Hydén,Julius Court,Kenneth Mease
Publisher : Lynne Rienner Publishers
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1588262677

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Making Sense of Governance by Göran Hydén,Julius Court,Kenneth Mease Pdf

The first conclusive, empirical demonstration of the utility of research on governance.

Author : Ahmed Shafiqul Huque,Habib Zafarullah
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 904 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-25
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781351562508

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International Development Governance by Ahmed Shafiqul Huque,Habib Zafarullah Pdf

The establishment of good governance is a major challenge for the developing world, along with the need to sustain the progress resulting from developmental efforts. Although there are numerous studies on the development and governance of emerging nations, few volumes make a serious effort to bring together these two critical concepts. International Development Governance combines the two concepts - development and governance - by examining the issues and problems faced by nations in their attempts to establish sustainable governance. This textbook also initiates discussions on the concept of development governance in an international context. The book fills the gap in existing literature by drawing upon the experience and expertise of scholars from a broad spectrum of knowledge. Their views explain the issues and problems with reference to a number of tools that could establish "development governance" and sustain it. The text offers in-depth examinations of developmental sectors, resulting in a textbook that will inspire future public officials, policy makers, and consultants to contribute to the betterment of life for citizens of developing countries.

Author : G. Shabbir Cheema,Dennis A. Rondinelli
Publisher : Brookings Institution Press
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2007-08-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780815713906

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Decentralizing Governance by G. Shabbir Cheema,Dennis A. Rondinelli Pdf

The trend toward greater decentralization of governance activities, now accepted as commonplace in the West, has become a worldwide movement. This international development—largely a product of globalization and democratization—is clearly one of the key factors reshaping economic, political, and social conditions throughout the world. Rather than the top-down, centralized decisionmaking that characterized communist economies and Third World dictatorships in the twentieth century, today's world demands flexibility, adaptability, and the autonomy to bring those qualities to bear. In this thought-provoking book, the first in a new series on Innovations in Governance, experts in government and public management trace the evolution and performance of decentralization concepts, from the transfer of authority within government to the sharing of power, authority, and responsibilities among broader governance institutions. This movement is not limited to national government—it also affects subnational governments, NGOs, private corporations, and even civil associations. The contributors assess the emerging concepts of decentralization (e.g., devolution, empowerment, capacity building, and democratic governance). They detail the factors driving the movement, including political changes such as the fall of the Iron Curtain and the ascendance of democracy; economic factors such as globalization and outsourcing; and technological advances (e.g. increased information technology and electronic commerce). Their analysis covers many different contexts and regions. For example, William Ascher of Claremont McKenna College chronicles how decentralization concepts are playing out in natural resources policy, while Kadmeil Wekwete (United Nations) outlines the specific challenges to decentralizing governance in sub-Saharan Africa. In each case, contributors explore the objectives of a decentralizing strategy as well as the benefits and difficulties that will likely result.

Author : Ngaire Woods,Jennifer Welsh
Publisher : Wilfrid Laurier Univ. Press
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2007-10-26
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781554580293

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Exporting Good Governance by Ngaire Woods,Jennifer Welsh Pdf

Can good governance be exported? International development assistance is more frequently being applied to strengthening governance in developing countries, and in Exporting Good Governance: Temptations and Challenges in Canada’s Aid Program, the editors bring together diverse perspectives to investigate whether aid for good governance works. The first section of the book outlines the changing face of international development assistance and ideas of good governance. The second section analyzes six nations: three are countries to which Canada has devoted a significant portion of its aid efforts over the past five to ten years: Ghana, Vietnam, and Bangladesh. Two are newer and more complex “fragile states,” where Canada has engaged: Haiti and Afghanistan. These five are then compared with Mauritius, which has enjoyed relatively good governance. The final section looks at challenges and new directions for Canadas development policy. Co-published with the Centre for International Governance Innovation

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2014-09-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264183636

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DAC Guidelines and Reference Series Accountability and Democratic Governance Orientations and Principles for Development by OECD Pdf

There is growing recognition of the need for new approaches to the ways in which donors support accountability, but no broad agreement on what changed practice looks like. This publication aims to provide more clarity on the emerging practice.

Author : Jeffrey Haynes
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2013-04-23
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780745666983

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Democracy in the Developing World by Jeffrey Haynes Pdf

Until the late 1980s, there were very few democratically elected governments in the developing world. These areas were characterized by a range of authoritarian regimes from military administrations to one-party dictatorships. Over the past decade, however, the situation has altered significantly and an increasing number of developing countries have made the transition to democracy. For some, this process of building and consolidating democracy has been relatively easy, while for others, it has proved more complex and harder to sustain. In this important new textbook, Jeff Haynes seeks to explain why these differences occur. Adopting a broadly comparative approach, he begins by examining the theories and practice of democratic transition and consolidation in the new democracies of Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Haynes argues persuasively that a country's ability to consolidate democracy depends not only on the interaction of structural and agency factors, but also on a variety of specific domestic and international concerns which may help or hinder democratic progress. Using a wide range of case studies to illustrate his argument, Haynes provides an accessible and comprehensive analysis of the processes and problems of democratic consolidation in developing nations. This is an important textbook that will be invaluable to students in a variety of areas from politics and comparative politics to development studies and history.

Author : G. Shabbir Cheema
Publisher : Kumarian Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781565491977

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Building Democratic Institutions by G. Shabbir Cheema Pdf

Annotation Bridges the gap between theoretical literature and the tools and practices needed to strengthen or rebuild democratic institutions and reform governance systems. Through case studies and examples of good practices of governance, Cheema assesses the conditions that make democracy work.