Financial sustainability of local governments in southern Africa : in pursuit of sustainable cities and communities / edited by Nirmala Dorasamy and Tonderai Kapesa
- Published
- New York : Routledge, 2024.
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource
- Additional Creators
- Dorasamy, Nirmala and Kapesa, Tonderai
Access Online
- Taylor & Francis: ezaccess.libraries.psu.edu
- Series
- Contents
- Financial Sustainability Concept in the Context of local Governments in Africa / By Kapesa Tonderai and Dorasamy Nirmala -- Governance Imperatives for Financial Sustainability of Local Governments / By Dorasamy Nirmala -- Public Financial Management Laws and Financial Sustainability of Local Governments / By Kapesa Tonderai -- Participatory Budgeting in Municipalities: A Comparative case of Brazil and South Africa / By Mugano Gift -- Oversight Bodies Nexus with Financial Sustainability of Local Governments / By Dorasamy Nirmala -- The Political Economy of African Local Governments and Financial Sustainability / By Damiyano David -- Sustainable Debt Management for South African Municipalities / By Mugano Gift -- Strengthening Sources of Finance for Local Governments in Southern Africa / By Mugano Gift -- Innovative Financing and Financial Sustainability of Local Governments / By Kapesa Tonderai -- Infrastructure Financing and Financial Sustainability of Local Governments / By Kapesa Tonderai -- Sustainable Social services financing for local Governments / By Damiyano David -- Conclusion- Future Financial Sustainability of Local Governments / By Kapesa Tonderai and Dorasamy Nirmala.
- Summary
- "This book delves into the critical issue of ensuring the long-term financial viability of local governments in the diverse region of Southern Africa. Across Southern Africa, cities and communities are facing a multitude of challenges, from rapid urbanization and infrastructure challenges to social inequality and environmental degradation. In this thought-provoking book, the authors explore the intricate relationship between financial sustainability and the pursuit of sustainable cities and communities through different lenses. Drawing on extensive research and case studies from various countries in the region, this book provides a comprehensive analysis of the financial realities faced by local governments. It examines the factors influencing revenue generation, expenditure management, and fiscal governance, shedding light on the complexities of financial decision-making in the context of limited resources and pressing development needs. Furthermore, it offers practical insights and actionable recommendations for policymakers, practitioners, and academics. It explores innovative approaches to revenue diversification, efficient expenditure allocation, and effective fiscal management, with the ultimate aim of fostering sustainable development, social services delivery, and environmentally sustainable infrastructure in Southern African cities and communities. This is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the challenges and opportunities associated with financial sustainability in the context of urbanisation and sustainable development in greater Africa. It serves as a guide and inspiration for building financially resilient local governments that can support the aspirations and well-being of their citizens, while contributing to the broader vision of sustainable cities and communities"--
- Subject(s)
- ISBN
- 9781003498230 (ebook)
100349823X
9781040133071 (electronic bk. : PDF)
104013307X (electronic bk. : PDF)
9781040133132 (electronic bk. : EPUB)
1040133134 (electronic bk. : EPUB)
9781032807133 (hardback)
9781032807157 (paperback)
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