Municipal Management
Municipal Management

Author: Annelise Venter

Publisher: Juta and Company Ltd

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 9780702171222

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Book & CD. In a developmental state like South Africa, municipalities have the specific responsibility of generating growth and development in their areas of jurisdiction. Through consultative processes, municipal goals and functioning are in the public domain. As co-creator of the future of local communities, municipalities must master the totality of local governance. To do this, current and prospective municipal managers need to understand, for example: the role and functions of municipalities in South Africa; the constitutional dispensation as it affects municipalities; the strategic orientation of municipalities within the global and national contexts; the capacities and resources available; best practices as far as management processes, procedures and methods are concerned. The book explores the multifaceted nature of municipal management in South Africa and focuses the readers attention on selected key strategic issues such as: local economic development; local democracy; disaster risk reduction.

Local Democracy and Local Government
Local Democracy and Local Government

Author: Lawrence Pratchett

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 1996-10-23

Total Pages: 269

ISBN-13: 1349250228

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The transformation of local governance in the 1980s and 1990s has put the nature and prospects for local democracy in question. Drawing together original research by leading academics commissioned by the Commission for Local Democracy, this book presents in a lively and accessible form the clearest available picture of the problems of participation, representation and accountability besetting local government, their consequences and possible avenues for reform.

Local Government, Local Governance and Sustainable Development
Local Government, Local Governance and Sustainable Development

Author: Doreen Atkinson

Publisher: HSRC Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9780796920799

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An examination of the transformation of South Africa's apartheid local government system into a development-oriented system of municipal governance, requiring, however, continuing short and long-term interventions on the part of both the central and provincial governments if it is to deliver its desired outputs.

Democracy at the Local Level
Democracy at the Local Level

Author: Timothy D. Sisk

Publisher: International IDEA

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13:

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In today's globalising world, there is growing emphasis on local democracy. More than ever, cities need new ideas for ways of managing the political challenges and opportunities that arise from increased urbanisation and globalisation. Governing effectively at the local level is all the more urgent as vigorous local civic engagement builds the foundation for a strong and more enduring national-level democracy. Organised into six chapters and written by experts from around the world this handbook offers: practical suggestions for designing systems of local governance; principles and policies for managing culturally diverse cities; choices for enhancing local elections and representative democracy; options for expanding citizen participation; recommendations for the international community for enhancing local democracy.

Handbook of Sustainability Science and Research
Handbook of Sustainability Science and Research

Author: Walter Leal Filho

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2017-10-03

Total Pages: 976

ISBN-13: 3319630075

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This multidisciplinary handbook explores concrete case studies which illustrate how sustainability science and research can contribute to the realization of the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It contains contributions from sustainability researchers from across the world.

Exploring Effective Municipal Planning and Implementation
Exploring Effective Municipal Planning and Implementation

Author: Munzhedzi, Pandelani Harry

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2024-07-31

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13:

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Among municipalities in developing nations, systemic issues such as corruption, mismanagement, and limited accountability plague local governance, impeding development efforts and hindering effective service delivery. This perpetual cycle of failure undermines the aspirations outlined in municipal plans, erodes public trust, and perpetuates socio-economic disparities. Despite recognizing these challenges, tangible solutions remain elusive, leaving communities trapped in a cycle of underdevelopment and frustration. Exploring Effective Municipal Planning and Implementation offers a comprehensive exploration of these pressing issues, and consolidates expertise and insights of academics and practitioners. Through rigorous analysis and innovative approaches, this book dissects the root causes of municipal failures, and identifies practical mechanisms for improvement. Delving into municipal planning, budgeting, and governance, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to drive meaningful change in local governance practices. This book focuses on transforming struggling municipalities into entities of effective governance and sustainable development. Harness the collective wisdom of experts from around the globe with this book, and discover the hope you have been seeking for your community to break free from cycle of municipal hardship.

Consolidating Developmental Local Government
Consolidating Developmental Local Government

Author: Mirjam Van Donk

Publisher: Juta and Company Ltd

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 588

ISBN-13: 9781919895048

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Documents the dynamics of local government transformation and captures the key themes of the debates about policy options, lessons and key strategic decisions. This text is suitable for government officials, students, researchers, specialists, community leaders, businesses and the general reader.