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The result is a radical re-appraisal of what it means to lead and govern, one that builds from the human core and extends to embrace the interrelationships of four levels of governance from the personal to the systemic. The book does not overlook the negative aspects %u2013 risks from human flaws and consequences of corruption - while addressing the need to understand and use power more constructively. Each chapter ends with a checklist of key questions and practical steps for learning and progress.%u201cIt is about the humanity behind what happens in board rooms, and how to develop its presence... In developing this humanity, leaders can unlock new meaning, find new solutions and promote learning in a challenging world%u201dProf Eleanor Duckworth, Harvard University, President, %u2018Critical Explorers%u2019THE AUTHORS:Dr Namane Magau D.Ed., Harvard University. Former Chair NTP Radioisotopes SOC Ltd, Past Exec Vice President CSIR. NED of leading institutions, parastatals and well-known companies in the private sector. Lynn Carneson McGregor M.Phil. Soc Ed. University of London. Senior Fellow University of Stellenbosch. An internationally recognised corporate governance practitioner, advisor, mentor, coach, key-note speaker, writer and researcher. Experienced Chair and NED. GOVERNANCE AND LEADERSHIP Building a sustainable cultureof world-class leadership L C MCGREGOR N MAGAUISBN 978 1 48513 227 19 7 8 1 4 8 5 1 3 2 2 7 112mmEditor: Kabelo Moeti www.juta.co.za Editor: Kabelo MoetiPublic Finance Fundamentals, now in its third edition, aims to facilitate and advance learning of the fundamentals of public finance, the basic tenets that apply even as the social, political and legislative environments of organisations shift over time. The idea of the book is to equip readers with long-lasting knowledge, skills and analytical tools to successfully tackle various types of organisational, institutional and public sector dynamics, by giving them an understanding of financial management concepts, principles, theory and policy.This third edition of Public Finance Fundamentals expands the scope of the previous editions to cover contemporary concerns and debates emanating from emerging economic and financial trends in many developing countries, including South Africa. These include:%u2022 discussions around the appropriate mandate of the Reserve Bank %u2022 proposals to unbundle or partially privatise ESKOM (the nation%u2019s energy supplier) %u2022 quantitative easing as a monetary policy strategy %u2022 austerity in public financial management %u2022 the role and influence of international credit ratings agencies%u2022 a critically important discussion on the Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA) as a public financial management reform in South Africa. As with the previous editions, the chapters include learning outcomes and summaries, aswell as illustrations, tables and figures.The target market of the book is South and Southern African students taking courses in Public Administration, Public Management, Public Affairs, Public Finance and Public Sector Economics.ABOUT THE EDITOR:Kabelo Moeti is currently an Associate Professor at Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) in Pretoria, specialising in Public Finance and Public Sector Economics. He holds a Bachelor%u2019s degree (BBA) in Finance from Georgia State University, a Master of Science (MSA) in Administration from Central Michigan University, and a Doctor of Administration (DAdmin) in Public Administration from University of Pretoria. FOURTHEDITION www.juta.co.zaWhat are the dynamics associated with the quality and quantity of municipal services we receive? What kind of systemic, structural and managerial adjustments should be made to improve the general capacity of local government? Who decides what in municipalities? How could active citizen participation in local affairs be stimulated? These and other questions are the main focus of this book.This fourth edition is about the multidimensional nature of municipal management in South Africa and is written to orientate and capacitate scholars, practitioners and students in the fi eld of local governance. 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The revised and updated content is an essential resource for political representatives, municipal offi cials, community-based organisations, development agencies, and students.About the editorGerrit van der Waldt is an NRF-rated researcher. His scholarly interests span a number of related subfields within Public Management and Urban Governance. 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He joined the teaching profession in 1988 a career in human resources in the public service, and is the author of numerous or local as well as international accredited journals. Prof van der Westhuizen is d as a Master HR Professional in the category Learning and Development with the ican Board for People Practices. He has also received the Researcher of the Year the School of Management Sciences at Unisa. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN GOVERNMENTSecond editionERNST J VAN DER WESTHUIZEN (EDITOR)HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENTIN GOVERNMENTA South African Perspective on theories, politics and processesMAN RESOURCE ANAGEMENT GOVERNMENTh African Perspective on theories, politics and processesnd editionSecond editionVAN DER WESTHUIZEN (EDITOR)www.juta.co.zaISBN: 978 0 70217 258 821SPINEFOURTHEDITION www.juta.co.zaWhat are the dynamics associated with the quality and quantity of municipal services we receive? What kind of systemic, structural and managerial adjustments should be made to improve the general capacity of local government? Who decides what in municipalities? How could active citizen participation in local affairs be stimulated? These and other questions are the main focus of this book.This fourth edition is about the multidimensional nature of municipal management in South Africa and is written to orientate and capacitate scholars, practitioners and students in the fi eld of local governance. The book refl ects new features of and the latest developments in the local sphere of government which makes the book even more relevant to:%u2022 contextualise the local sphere of government within a system of co-operative governance and intergovernmental relations%u2022 appreciate the role and functioning of local, district and metropolitan municipalities in South Africa%u2022 uncover core municipal policies, strategies and programmes%u2022 comprehend the signifi cance of municipal capacity for effective resource utilisation and service delivery%u2022 pinpoint best practice regarding managerial systems, processes, and procedures.A bird%u2019s-eye view is taken to explore issues such as the constitutional dispensation, the regulatory framework governing the role and functioning of municipalities, municipal administrative and managerial systems, community and political dynamics, as well as municipal functions and services. The revised and updated content is an essential resource for political representatives, municipal offi cials, community-based organisations, development agencies, and students.About the editorGerrit van der Waldt is an NRF-rated researcher. His scholarly interests span a number of related subfields within Public Management and Urban Governance. He is a Research Professor: Public Governance attached to North-West University.FOURTH EDITIONServing the peopleManagement MunicipalServing the peopleGERRIT VAN DER WALDT14.2mmMunicipal Management 4e cover FINAL CVR .indd 1 10/01/2022 13:23www.juta.co.za INSPIRING POSSIBILITIES TOGETHERRESPECT CREATORSS A Y N O TO I L L E G A L C O P Y I N G