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Culture, Development, and Public Administration in Africa

Author : Ogwo J. Umeh
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (97 download)

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Download or read book Culture, Development, and Public Administration in Africa written by Ogwo J. Umeh and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * The first text that integrates a cultural context into the study of public administration programs * Covers the whole of southern Africa: South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe * Written jointly by an African professor of public administration and an American political scientist Despite extensive theoretical consideration over the past several decades, the discipline of public administration still suffers from an inability to meet on-the-ground administrative challenges in developing countries. In the past, public administrators have relied upon Western organizational models considered rational and efficient. But in neglecting various social and cultural aspects of any non-Western country, development proceeds in fits and starts. Using southern African nations as an example, the authors argue that emerging societies are poor today thanks to the overreliance on non-local models. Practitioners must consider local cultures--languages, symbols, customs, and rituals--in developing effective administrative practices. They must absorb the experiences of people who know first-hand the dynamics and conditions in these countries. Otherwise, neither citizens nor leaders will manage their affairs and development processes effectively. Written particularly for undergraduate and graduate students in public administration, political science, and comparative and development public administration, but also for policymakers, managers, administrators, and individuals who seek to understand the challenges of organizing and managing development, this book helps foster a culturally sensitive understanding of public administration in a global context.

Culture, philosophies and reforms in public administration for the globalizing world

Author : Edwin O.C. Ijeoma
Publisher : AOSIS
ISBN 13 : 1928396690
Total Pages : 186 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (283 download)

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Download or read book Culture, philosophies and reforms in public administration for the globalizing world written by Edwin O.C. Ijeoma and published by AOSIS. This book was released on 2018-12-31 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The aim of this scholarly collected work is to contribute to the scientific discourse on public administration in a globalised environment. The book reflects on governance challenges in South Africa and in Africa, with its point of departure being the ‘master narratives’ (the so-called grand debates) such as New Public Management and, specifically, the role of technology. It also reflects on the so-called middle range discourses concerning organisational-level issues in government (e.g. leadership and work procedures) and explores new solutions to old governance challenges like corruption and service delivery. The uniqueness of this collected work lies in its ability to reflect on existing philosophies and practices in an innovative way. Through its multidisciplinary lens, the book opens up a new vision for the future of public administration in the South African context and on the African continent, not neglecting the current local, regional and global environment. Until recently, globalisation was considered an entrenched world order, but international political events during the course of the past few years have resulted in one of the biggest challenges to its endurance in recent history. This includes developments such as the successful referendum in Britain to exit the European Union, highlighting the growth of a severe nationalist and protectionist agenda that may be a signal of the unravelling of the current globalism world order. These developments inspire deeper interrogation of the challenges to effective public administration globally and the ripple effects in South Africa and Africa as a whole. Pointedly, it is evident that ensuring the voice of citizens in policy decision-making remains a critical governance challenge. On the policy front, there are perennial challenges of land reform, service delivery and poverty, while on the governance front, corruption has metastasised with a growing culture of impunity and lack of accountability in leadership. In the midst of growing corruption, and more than 20 years into democracy, South Africa’s income inequality remains one of the highest in the world. This setting constitutes the context of the research outcome published in this scholarly work.

Public Administration Training in Africa

Author : Peter Fuseini Haruna
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1482223813
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (822 download)

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Download or read book Public Administration Training in Africa written by Peter Fuseini Haruna and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2014-12-19 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is a growing global interest in Africa and how to improve the quality of life of its people and for good reason. The world can no longer afford to ignore the democratic changes that have occurred across the continent over the past two decades, changes with tremendous implications for professional education and training for the tasks of nation

Public Administration and Management

Author : Unesco
Publisher : Abhinav Publications
ISBN 13 : 9789231020247
Total Pages : 184 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (22 download)

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Download or read book Public Administration and Management written by Unesco and published by Abhinav Publications. This book was released on 1982 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: UNESCO pub. Conference report and recommendations on the adaptation of public administration to different socio-cultural contexts, particularly in developing countries - discusses the impact of colonial stuctures and bureaucracy on self reliance in Africa (incl. Role of CAFRAD); obstacles to administrative reform in Latin America; central government and local government failures in Turkey; role of UN, etc.; stresses the need for decentralization, codetermination, workers self management. Bibliography and references. Conference held in Tangiers 1982?

Public Administration in Africa

Author : Shikha Vyas-Doorgapersad
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1482209780
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (822 download)

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Book Synopsis Public Administration in Africa by : Shikha Vyas-Doorgapersad

Download or read book Public Administration in Africa written by Shikha Vyas-Doorgapersad and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2013-04-25 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With contributions from leading regional scholars, Public Administration in Africa: Performance and Challenges examines the complexities of the art of governance from the unique African perspective. The editors bring together a cohesive study of the major issues and regions by taking an analytic approach with the strong problem-solution application. Regions addressed range from South Africa, Congo, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana, Mauritius, and Botswana. Themes include colonialism, reform, poverty, economy, decentralization, financing, media, political structures, and more. Beginning with an analysis of the relationship of policy design and its destination, service delivery, the book discusses the historical development of a state that has gone through upheavals in government and explores a decayed political economy that ultimately results in a need for sweeping measures. The text examines the issues emerging policy-makers in Africa must tackle, namely poverty and the denial or lack of resources to keep a dignified human life. It highlights how the media can be a catalyst for good governance and provides analytical aspects of implementing good governance reforms. The book concludes with an examination of the concepts of decentralization and devolution in measuring service delivery performance and an exploration of Africa’s economic success story. It also details the African Peer Review Mechanisms in selected African countries and provides a holistic analysis of local government functioning in Africa. These features and more make it an interdisciplinary reference for diverse social, economic, political, and administrative issues.

Governing development across cultures

Author : R.B. Jain
Publisher : Verlag Barbara Budrich
ISBN 13 : 3866498357
Total Pages : 282 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (664 download)

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Download or read book Governing development across cultures written by R.B. Jain and published by Verlag Barbara Budrich. This book was released on 2006-12-13 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Traditional Institutions and Public Administration in Democratic Africa

Author : Kwame Badu Antwi-Boasiako; Okyere B
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
ISBN 13 : 1462822614
Total Pages : 206 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (628 download)

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Book Synopsis Traditional Institutions and Public Administration in Democratic Africa by : Kwame Badu Antwi-Boasiako; Okyere B

Download or read book Traditional Institutions and Public Administration in Democratic Africa written by Kwame Badu Antwi-Boasiako; Okyere B and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2009-04-14 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traditional Institutions and Public Administration in Democratic Africa tackles the most pressing contemporary administrative issues of Africa. The first chapter opens with a thorough discussion on neo-colonialism in Africa. It questions the authenticity of African democracy as it points out the presence of groups and individuals who exploit African resources to their advantage. The chains of colonialism have perpetually defeated democracy in Africa and the former oppressors continue to financially and politically control their former colonies. The authors probe into the traditional institutions as well as the functions of the government to explain the political status quo of Africa. It emphasizes the negative impact of adhering to democratic structures that impair the positive practices and values of the traditional African administrative culture. An eye-opener, Traditional Institutions and Public Administration in Democratic Africa boldly exposes revolutionary views that challenge and defy democracy in Africa

African Studies: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice

Author : Management Association, Information Resources
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 : 1799830209
Total Pages : 1022 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (998 download)

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Book Synopsis African Studies: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice by : Management Association, Information Resources

Download or read book African Studies: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice written by Management Association, Information Resources and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2020-04-03 with total page 1022 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Global interest in African studies has been rapidly growing as researchers realize the importance of understanding the impact African communities can have on the economy, development, education, and more. As the use, acceptance, and popularity of African knowledge increases, it is crucial to explore how this community-based knowledge provides deeper insights, understanding, and influence on such things as decision making and problem solving. African Studies: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice examines the politics, culture, language, history, socio-economic development, methodologies, and contemporary experiences of African peoples from around the world. Highlighting a range of topics such as indigenous knowledge, developing countries, and public administration, this publication is an ideal reference source for sociologists, policymakers, anthropologists, government officials, economists, instructors, researchers, academicians, and graduate-level students in a variety of fields.

African Public Administration

Author : Rwekaza Sympho Mukandala
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 592 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book African Public Administration written by Rwekaza Sympho Mukandala and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Administration of Change in Africa

Author : Maxwell Graduate School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Program of Eastern African Studies
Publisher : New York : Dunellen
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 456 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Book Synopsis The Administration of Change in Africa by : Maxwell Graduate School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Program of Eastern African Studies

Download or read book The Administration of Change in Africa written by Maxwell Graduate School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Program of Eastern African Studies and published by New York : Dunellen. This book was released on 1974 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Compilation of conference papers and essays on public administration activities and functions to foster economic development in Africa - presents theoretical perspectives on development policy and economic administration, and covers administrative aspects and political aspects of development, bureaucracys and elites, institutional frameworks, economic growth and social change, etc. References. Conference held in syracuse 1970 may.

New Public Management in Africa

Author : Benon C. Basheka
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1351606530
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (516 download)

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Download or read book New Public Management in Africa written by Benon C. Basheka and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-08-25 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The administrative sciences have been dominated by a turn to managerial perspectives in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, and in the spirit of this turn, 'New Public Management' (or NPM) promises to produce efficient, responsible and client-oriented public services. The reforms carried out in the pursuit of New Public Management are often accompanied by great optimism and rapid, enthusiastic steps toward implementation. Even in highly developed industrial countries, however, these fundamental reforms often overlook the political and cultural contexts of the implementing country. New Public Management in Africa: Emerging Issues and Lessons provides much-needed theoretical foundations for NPM reforms in the African context and reflects on the success of existing reforms in the development of several African states. The individual contributions in this timely volume provide important analyses of academic discourse, practical policy, achievements, and desiderata. The book as a whole, however, provides a valuable impetus for public administration research in and on African states, sharing findings on the results of reforms to date and adjustments required for these reforms to succeed. For public administration researchers outside of Africa, this book offers a review of New Public Management case studies that are unavailable or difficult to find elsewhere, contributing much to the exchange between African and Western administration science research, and demonstrating that African administrative research is well-prepared to help resolve global challenges.

Vitalizing African Public Administration for Recovery and Development

Author : Gelase R. Mutahaba
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781565490116
Total Pages : 119 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (91 download)

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Book Synopsis Vitalizing African Public Administration for Recovery and Development by : Gelase R. Mutahaba

Download or read book Vitalizing African Public Administration for Recovery and Development written by Gelase R. Mutahaba and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 119 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Institution Building and Leadership in Africa

Author : Lennart Wohlgemuth
Publisher : Nordic Africa Institute
ISBN 13 : 9789171064219
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (642 download)

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Book Synopsis Institution Building and Leadership in Africa by : Lennart Wohlgemuth

Download or read book Institution Building and Leadership in Africa written by Lennart Wohlgemuth and published by Nordic Africa Institute. This book was released on 1998 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control

Global Perspectives on Development Administration and Cultural Change

Author : Afolayan, Gbenga Emmanuel
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 : 1522506306
Total Pages : 277 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (225 download)

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Book Synopsis Global Perspectives on Development Administration and Cultural Change by : Afolayan, Gbenga Emmanuel

Download or read book Global Perspectives on Development Administration and Cultural Change written by Afolayan, Gbenga Emmanuel and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2016-08-30 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As countries around the world make continuous strides in developing their economies, it has become increasingly important to evaluate the different ways culture impacts the growth of a region. Global Perspectives on Development Administration and Cultural Change investigates the impact of economic growth on different demographics throughout the world. Identifying theoretical concepts and notable topics in the areas of economic development, organizational culture, and cultural shifts, this book is an essential reference source for policymakers, development planners, international institutions, public policy analysts, administrators, researchers, and NGOs.

The Development State

Author : Maia Green
Publisher : Boydell & Brewer Ltd
ISBN 13 : 184701108X
Total Pages : 231 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (47 download)

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Download or read book The Development State written by Maia Green and published by Boydell & Brewer Ltd. This book was released on 2014 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A timely, ethnographically informed account of the "development state" of Tanzania, showing how development practice and culture have become integrated into everyday life, politically, socially and economically.

Public Administration in Africa

Author : Shikha Vyas-Doorgapersad
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 254 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (111 download)

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Download or read book Public Administration in Africa written by Shikha Vyas-Doorgapersad and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With contributions from leading regional scholars, Public Administration in Africa: Performance and Challenges examines the complexities of the art of governance from the unique African perspective. The editors bring together a cohesive study of the major issues and regions by taking an analytic approach with the strong problem-solution application. Regions addressed range from South Africa, Congo, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana, Mauritius, and Botswana. Themes include colonialism, reform, poverty, economy, decentralization, financing, media, political structures, and more. Beginning with an analysis of the relationship of policy design and its destination, service delivery, the book discusses the historical development of a state that has gone through upheavals in government and explores a decayed political economy that ultimately results in a need for sweeping measures. The text examines the issues emerging policy-makers in Africa must tackle, namely poverty and the denial or lack of resources to keep a dignified human life. It highlights how the media can be a catalyst for good governance and provides analytical aspects of implementing good governance reforms. The book concludes with an examination of the concepts of decentralization and devolution in measuring service delivery performance and an exploration of Africa's economic success story. It also details the African Peer Review Mechanisms in selected African countries and provides a holistic analysis of local government functioning in Africa. These features and more make it an interdisciplinary reference for diverse social, economic, political, and administrative issues.

Tradition and Public Administration

Author : Martin Painter
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 0230289630
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (32 download)

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Download or read book Tradition and Public Administration written by Martin Painter and published by Springer. This book was released on 2010-05-12 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contributors examine the persistence of administrative patterns in the face of pressures for globablization by developing a concept of administrative traditions and describing the traditions that exist around the world. They assess the impact of traditions on administrative reforms and the capacities of government to change public administration.