Title: The political context of financing infrastructure developmentin local government : lessons from local council oversight functions in Uganda

Authors: Tukahebwa, Geoffrey B.

Place: Kampala

Publisher: Economic policy research centre (EPRC)

Year: 2012

Journal: Research series / Economic policy research centre

Volume: 97

PAGE: --

Subject: Rural Decentralization and Local Governance

Keywords: decentralization in government, political aspects, economic development, infrastructure, local government, uganda

Abstract: Since 1993, local governments in Uganda attained responsibility over infrastructure development while elected councils exercise oversight functions over the infrastructure. The challenge is that most of the councilors lack the necessary educational qualifications, technical skills and competence.

URL: https://www.eprc.or.ug/pdf_files/series97.pdf

Document type: Portal