Title: Recognition and democratisation : 'new roles' for traditional leaders in sub-Saharan Africa

Authors: Kyed, Helene Maria and Buur, Lars

Place: Copenhagen

Publisher: Danish institute for international studies (DIIS)

Year: 2006

Journal: DIIS working paper

Volume: 2006/11

PAGE: --

Subject: Rural Decentralization and Local Governance

Keywords: leadership, democracy, decentralization in government, political conditions, nation building, local government, indigenous populations, community leadership, customary law, africa south of sahara

Abstract: The present working paper reviews recent literature on the role of traditional leaders in sub-Saharan Africa and discusses the potential consequences of the current waves of democratization and recognition of traditional leaders in decentralized governance.

URL: http://www.diis.dk/graphics/Publications/WP2006/DIIS%20WP%202006-11.web.pdf

Document type: Portal