Enhancing Local Governance through Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making: A Case Study in Kabale District, Uganda.
This study explores the enhancement of local governance through community-driven participatory decision-making in Kabale District, Uganda. Despite the significance of local governance in promoting sustainable development, many communities face challenges related to marginalization and limited citize...
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| author | Mbandlwa, Zamokuhle Katusiimeh, Mesharch Walto |
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| description | This study explores the enhancement of local governance through community-driven participatory decision-making in Kabale District, Uganda. Despite the significance of local governance in promoting sustainable development, many communities face challenges related to marginalization and limited citizen engagement. This research aimed to assess the effectiveness of participatory decision-making frameworks in fostering local
governance, with specific objectives to evaluate community involvement, identify barriers to participation, and recommend strategies for improvement. The study combines qualitative and quantitative data collected through surveys, focus group discussions, and interviews with local leaders and community members, the primary data was obtained from the United NationsHabitat. The findings reveal that while community participation has increased in recent years, significant gaps remain in terms of inclusivity and awareness of governance processes. Barriers identified include socio-economic disparities, lack of education, and insufficient communication from local authorities. The study concludes that enhancing local governance in Kabale requires a robust framework for participatory decision-making that prioritizes inclusivity and empowerment. This study recommends fostering community education programs, improving transparency in governance processes, and utilizing technology to facilitate
better communication. By addressing these challenges, Kabale District can improve local governance outcomes, ultimately leading to more responsive and effective governance that reflects the needs and aspirations of its citizens. |
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| spelling | oai:idr.kab.ac.ug:20.500.12493-24212024-12-12T00:01:09Z Enhancing Local Governance through Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making: A Case Study in Kabale District, Uganda. Mbandlwa, Zamokuhle Katusiimeh, Mesharch Walto Local governance Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making Kabale District Sustainable Development citizen engagement This study explores the enhancement of local governance through community-driven participatory decision-making in Kabale District, Uganda. Despite the significance of local governance in promoting sustainable development, many communities face challenges related to marginalization and limited citizen engagement. This research aimed to assess the effectiveness of participatory decision-making frameworks in fostering local governance, with specific objectives to evaluate community involvement, identify barriers to participation, and recommend strategies for improvement. The study combines qualitative and quantitative data collected through surveys, focus group discussions, and interviews with local leaders and community members, the primary data was obtained from the United NationsHabitat. The findings reveal that while community participation has increased in recent years, significant gaps remain in terms of inclusivity and awareness of governance processes. Barriers identified include socio-economic disparities, lack of education, and insufficient communication from local authorities. The study concludes that enhancing local governance in Kabale requires a robust framework for participatory decision-making that prioritizes inclusivity and empowerment. This study recommends fostering community education programs, improving transparency in governance processes, and utilizing technology to facilitate better communication. By addressing these challenges, Kabale District can improve local governance outcomes, ultimately leading to more responsive and effective governance that reflects the needs and aspirations of its citizens. 2024-12-11T11:06:26Z 2024-12-11T11:06:26Z 2024 Article Mbandlwa, Zamokuhle & Katusiimeh, Mesharch Walto (2024). Enhancing Local Governance through Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making: A Case Study in Kabale District, Uganda. Kabale: Kabale University. http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12493/2421 en Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/us/ application/pdf Kabale University |
| spellingShingle | Local governance Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making Kabale District Sustainable Development citizen engagement Mbandlwa, Zamokuhle Katusiimeh, Mesharch Walto Enhancing Local Governance through Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making: A Case Study in Kabale District, Uganda. |
| title | Enhancing Local Governance through Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making: A Case Study in Kabale District, Uganda. |
| title_full | Enhancing Local Governance through Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making: A Case Study in Kabale District, Uganda. |
| title_fullStr | Enhancing Local Governance through Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making: A Case Study in Kabale District, Uganda. |
| title_full_unstemmed | Enhancing Local Governance through Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making: A Case Study in Kabale District, Uganda. |
| title_short | Enhancing Local Governance through Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making: A Case Study in Kabale District, Uganda. |
| title_sort | enhancing local governance through community driven participatory decision making a case study in kabale district uganda |
| topic | Local governance Community-Driven Participatory Decision-Making Kabale District Sustainable Development citizen engagement |
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