Africa and Decentralization : Enter the Citizens

Matovu, George W. M.

World Bank, Washington, DC

关键词: DECENTRALIZATION;    LOCAL GOVERNMENT;    CIVIL SOCIETY;    EMPOWERMENT;    GOVERNANCE;   

RP-ID  :  24815

学科分类：社会科学、人文和艺术（综合）

来源: World Bank Open Knowledge Repository

【 摘 要 】

Decentralization has the potential tocontribute to the democratization of society, promotion ofefficient delivery of public services, and bridging the gapbetween the state and civic groups. It is the basis forlocal self-government, which eventually leads to goodgovernance. In the context of Zimbabwe, civil societyorganizations play a critical role in representing citizenson social, political and economic issues. One clear exampleof improved governance due to citizen involvement is thecase of the City of Harare Combined Residents Association (CHRA).