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SUMMARY:LPSA Seminar: Decentralization\, National Oversight and Accountability — A Kenya–South Africa Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:The LPSA Expert Working Group on Sub-Saharan Africa (LPSA Africa) is a regional working group of the Local Public Sector Alliance that brings together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations and citizens who share an interest and expertise in decentralization\, multilevel governance\, intergovernmental relations\, local governance and local development across the region. The Local Public Sector Alliance (LPSA)\, in collaboration with the South African Research Chair in Multilevel Government\, Dullah Omar Institute have organized a special hybrid seminar on the theme\, Decentralization\, National Oversight and Accountability: A Kenya–South Africa Dialogue.  \nKenya and South Africa are in different stages of implementing ambitious decentralization programs. Key to the current debates in both countries is the question of how to ensure national oversight over subnational governments without compromising local and regional democracy. After decentralization\, national governments still want to safeguard national standards and compliance\, but counties and local governments want to exercise local discretion. This dialogue examines that balance by looking\, amongst other things\, at the ongoing Review of the White Paper on Local Government in South Africa\, as well as the debate on the role of the Senate vis-à-vis counties in Kenya. The discussion has relevance for all countries that are considering or implementing decentralization reforms. \nThe seminar will take place on 28 July 2026\, from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm\, at in Nairobi\, Kenya. Prof. Jaap de Visser\, National Research Chair in Multilevel Government\, Law and Development at the Dullah Omar Institute\, University of the Western Cape\, will serve as the lead speaker. The session will be moderated by Judy Oduma\, Co-Chair of the Local Public Sector Alliance (LPSA) Expert Working Group on Sub-Saharan Africa. The event will be structured as a dialogue\, followed by a networking session. \nThis event builds on LPSA’s previous convening in Nairobi: the May 2024 workshop on “Elevating the Debate on Decentralization and Multilevel Governance in Africa\,” which served as a platform for experts\, practitioners and policymakers from across Africa to exchange experiences on decentralization reforms\, multilevel governance\, local democracy and localization\, and to identify collective priorities for advancing the debate and practice in the region. \nRegistration for this meeting is required. \nAttendance options: \n\nIn person at Safari Park Hotel\, Nairobi —  Seating is limited\, so please RSVP by emailing africa@decentralization.net \nOnline via Zoom — register in advance at the separate link below. Registration is required for online participation\, and you will receive a confirmation email with joining instructions afterward: Zoom Registration! \n\nFor more information\, please reach out to the LPSA Africa Coordinator at africa@decentralization.net.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/lpsa-seminar-decentralization-national-oversight-and-accountability-a-kenya-south-africa-dialogue/
LOCATION:Nairobi\, Kenya
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SUMMARY:Middle East & North Africa Regional Working Group Meeting – October 2026
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Regional Working Group on Middle East & North Africa (MENA) aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on decentralization\, multilevel governance\, intergovernmental relations\, local governance and local development in MENA. \nThe inaugural meeting organized by the MENA Regional Working Group is scheduled to take place on 19 October\, 2026 (9:00 AM NYC\, 1 PM Marrakech\, 4 PM Amman\, 5 PM Dubai). Registration for this meeting is required. \nRegister Here!  \n—– \nTopic: MENA Working Group: Launch & Open Conversation
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/middle-east-north-africa-regional-working-group-meeting-october-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T080000
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SUMMARY:Local Democracy Thematic Working Group Meeting – October 2026
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy\, Inclusive Governance and Community-led Development aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise on local democracy\, inclusive governance\, and community-led development.  \nThe next open meeting on\, “Local Democracy in a Changing World: Strengthening Inclusive Governance\, Participation and Service Delivery\,” will explore how local institutions can create meaningful opportunities for participation\, inclusion and accountability\, and when these can contribute to more responsive public services. Drawing on comparative evidence and regional experience\, the discussion will also consider the conditions local institutions need to work effectively. \nThe meeting will take place on Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026 | 8:00 AM EDT · 1:00 PM BST · 3:00 PM EAT · 7:00 PM ICT. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe welcome everyone interested in the topic to join the discussion. Registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here!  \n— \nAgenda: \nWelcome & Introduction\nDr. Augustine Titani Magolowondo\nGovernance and democracy expert; LPSA Co-Chair\, Local Democracy\, Inclusive Governance Thematic Working Group \nKeynote Address\nJohn Coonrod\nFounder & US Chair\, Movement for Community-led Development (MCLD); LPSA Co-Chair\nAn overview of the changing democratic landscape\, examining the potential and limitations of local democracy in supporting democratic resilience\, accountability and inclusive development. \nDiscussant Reflection\nSteve Ogutu\nExecutive Director\, MCLD Kenya and East Africa Coordinator\nA regional and practical perspective on how local institutions and participatory approaches work\, including their achievements and challenges in connecting citizen participation with service delivery. \nNakita Aboya\nAnalyst\, UN FAO; PhD Candidate in Economics\nDrawing on her broader experience\, including her work with the UN Local2030 Coalition\, reflect on how citizen and youth engagement can shape local priorities and strengthen inclusive development. \nModerated Discussion & Audience Engagement\n \nClosing Remarks – Dr. Augustine Titani Magolowondo
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/local-democracy-thematic-working-group-meeting-october-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
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