Negotiating Public Services in the Congo
Negotiating Public Services in the Congo The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been widely derided as a failed state, unable to meet the basic needs of its citizens. So while, for example, state…
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Negotiating Public Services in the Congo
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been widely derided as a failed state, unable to meet the basic needs of its citizens. So while, for example, state funding for education is almost non-existent, average school enrolment remains well above average for Sub-Saharan Africa.This book addresses this paradox, bringing together key scholars working on public services in the DRC to elucidate the evolving nature of governance in developing countries. But while state infrastructure continues to decay, many essential services continue to be provided at the local level, often through grassroots initiatives.
Taking stock of what functions and why, it contributes to the debate on public services in the context of 'real' or 'hybrid' governance beyond the state: does the Its contributions encompass a wide range of public services, including education, justice, transport, and health.
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