DETERMINANTS OF FINANCIAL GOVERNANCE PRACTICES: EVIDENCE FROM NGOS IN GHANA #
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- Description: This article examines the factors influencing how NGOs in Ghana manage their finances, offering insights into the relationship between governance structures and financial autonomy. It highlights the importance of internal controls and accountability mechanisms.
AUTONOMY AND POLICY INDEPENDENCE IN AFRICA: A REVIEW OF NGO DEVELOPMENT CHALLENGES #
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- Description: This paper critically analyzes the power dynamics between NGOs in Africa (particularly in Ghana) and their donor partners, focusing on how funding relationships impact the autonomy and political independence of local NGOs. It addresses the challenges of donor dependency and the myth of popular participation.
INTRODUCTION: FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE AMONG NGOS AND SOCIAL MOVEMENTS #
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- Description: This introductory paper highlights the issue of financial autonomy among NGOs and social movements, drawing on the experiences of the World Social Forum and national NGOs in developing countries. It addresses financial insecurity and the risks of political manipulation associated with external funding.
ADVANCING THE FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY OF CIVIL SOCIETY IN AFRICA #
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- Description: This opinion piece explores ideas for improving the financial sustainability of civil society in Africa, highlighting the need for relevance to constituents and the adoption of diversified funding models.
FACILITATING FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY: UNDERSTANDING THE DRIVERS OF CSO FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY #
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- Description: This paper analyzes the factors of CSO financial sustainability based on interviews in several developing countries, including Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It identifies key factors and challenges related to resource mobilization and financial management.
DETERMINANTS OF FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY FOR LOCAL NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS IN ARUSHA, TANZANIA #
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- Description: This study examines the factors influencing the financial sustainability of local NGOs in Tanzania, revealing the dominance of external donors and the challenges associated with long-term donor relationships and restricted funding.
FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY OF NGOS IN RURAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES #
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- Description: This article examines the financial sustainability of NGOs involved in rural development programs, highlighting the impact of reduced donor funding, changing priorities, and resource allocation.
