African Decentralisation: Local Actors, Powers and Accountability. Democracy, Governance and Human Rights

This document examines design and implementation issues emerging in decentralisation in Africa. The author examines the changes that have taken place, especially concerning local actors, powers and accountabilities, with a critical approach.

RIBOT, J. (2002): African Decentralisation: Local Actors, Powers and Accountability. Democracy, Governance and Human Rights. (= Working Paper No. 8 ). Geneva: : United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD) and International Development Research Centre (IDRC) URL [Accessed: 25.10.2010]