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Local Politics and Administration : A Commentary (Case Study)

Presented to
PROF. ACE MARK H. TORRES
Faculty

In Partial Fulfillment
of the Requirements for
GOOD GOVERNANCE AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

By;

MEJARO, ALIZZA MARIE S.

ESPINOLA, LYCEL U.
SANIEL, JECEEN FLORYMAE C.

January 18, 2024

Insight about Local Politics and Administration: A Commentary

Insight

In this case study of Local Politics And alAdministration: A Commentary is the

highlight of of how the government manage one community and how they implement
their project. It involves decision making, leading to corruption, mismanagement and
underdevelopment. Local politics and administration are the backbone of any
community, serving as the foundation for effective governance and decision-making.
They are the closest level of government to the people, and as such, have a direct
impact on the daily lives of residents. And in that case they implement the government
and how they manage the The Canadian Journal of African Studies. While local politics
refers to the decision-making processes and power structures at the local level,
administration refers to the implementation of development programs and policies at
the grassroots level. Both concepts are interconnected and have a significant impact on
community development.

In many developing countries, local politics often dominates local administration,

leading to corruption, mismanagement, and underdevelopment. Elected officials, who
are often more interested in maintaining their political power than promoting
community development, prioritize their personal interests over the needs of their
constituents. As a result, development programs are often poorly implemented or not
implemented at all, leading to wasted resources and missed opportunities for
community development.

The symposium features five political scientists and an anthropologist who discuss the
state of social science in Africa's rural world and its development constraints. The
researchers, including Fred Burke and David Brokensha, have been working on micro-
political processes since before independence. They emphasize the importance of
considering the rural dimension in African political processes. The paper discusses the
shift in analytical focus in second-generation studies of African development, focusing
on three polarities: macro vs micro analysis, administration vs politics, and theory vs
policy application. The authors argue that micropolitical data can offer theoretical
contributions to theory-building and emphasize the need to build the infrastructure of
knowledge about local political processes.The distinction between politics and
administration in Africa was initially blurred during the transition to independence, but
this blurred as the new leadership accelerated Africanization of the bureaucracy. Politics
and administration merged into Aristide Zolberg's "party-state," with national elites
restricting local politics and relying more on centrally controlled structures. Students of
African politics must continue pursuing both theoretical and applied ends, as common
sense is the only general principle.

Local politics and administration play a major role in shaping communities. Effective
municipal governments address particular issues, promote citizen participation, and
foster a feeling of shared responsibility. However, like incompetent leadership or
unscrupulous practices can impede advancement. Achieving a balance between
centralized assistance and local autonomy is critical to the system's proper functioning.
To achieve sustainable community development outcomes, it is essential to balance
these two concepts by promoting effective governance practices that prioritize
transparency, accountability, and collaboration among various stakeholders. This
requires a strong institutional framework that ensures that resources are used efficiently
and effectively to address the needs and priorities of communities while promoting
social cohesion and political stability.
Reflection Paper in Local Politics and Administration: A Commentary
By: Alizza Mejarro

Local politics and administration was made from the combined unique perspective of
five political scientists and an anthropology here they discussed the status of Africa and
the things that hinder the development of the country. Each scientist has created a
different way to process the country’s independence. They also shed light on the people
here by investigating existing research of experiences related to local processes for
society.

The first generation had a hard time learning the political process because of the
dimensional status of dynamic change. Another movement focused on the control of the
colonial institution of estardo. They started with a distorted perspective that led to the
collapse of the party in many states after independence.

The second generation has three contributions, it is the macro v. micro analysis,
administration v. politics and theory v. policy application contains in them the most
agenda of issues set by scientists for themselves such as nation building, national
integration and ideologies focused on the center of the institution.

In the unification of the political and administrative process, Kraspir proposed the
reconciliation of political scientists as a painful problem. According to Kraspir, how can a
useful theory be made if a government implements a strict reform.
The symposium left the chaos in the potential suggested by their agenda of their
research on the status of political and administrative processes, this survey according to
Brokensha is necessary to propose the objectives stated than many think it is a small
voice of the generation of post-independence analysis.
Reflection Paper in Local Politics and Administration: A Commentary
By: Lycel Espinola

In my own reflection Local politics and administration play a crucial role in shaping
the lives of individuals within a community. It is a complex and dynamic system that
requires careful consideration and active participation from both citizens and elected
officials. In this reflection paper, I will discuss my observations and insights regarding
local politics and administration, focusing on the challenges, opportunities, and best
practices that can be adopted to improve governance at the local level. The paper
discusses the shift in analytical focus in second-generation studies of African
development, focusing on three polarities: macro vs micro analysis, administration vs
politics, and theory vs policy application.

Local politics and development administration are two interconnected concepts that
have a significant impact on the growth and progress of communities. While politics
refers to the process by which decisions are made and implemented in society,
development administration is the management of development programs and projects
at the local level. And in that case The Canadian Journal of African Studies published
five papers discussing the potential of research on rural political and administrative
processes, suggesting that interdisciplinary study of Africa is not a declaration of
ideographic conformity.

One of the key aspects of local politics is the administration of public services. This
includes the provision of essential services such as healthcare, education,
transportation, and infrastructure. The efficiency and effectiveness of these services can
greatly impact the quality of life for residents. Local politics also involves decision-
making processes that determine the allocation of resources and the implementation of
policies. Challenges facing local politics and administration is the lack of resources. Its
have a generation the first generation is has a hard time learning the political process
because of the undeveloped manage to one society. The second generation is has 3
contribution it is the macro v. micro analysis, administration v. politics and theory v.
that contains the most agenda of issues set by scientists for themselves. According to
Kraspir, how useful theory be made by the government implements a such a strict
reform.

In my conclusion local politics and administration play a crucial role in shaping the
daily lives of individuals and communities. The challenges facing local governments
include resource constraints, competing priorities, and balancing competing interests.
Opportunities for improvement include the use of technology to enhance governance,
promoting citizen engagement in decision-making processes, transparency,
accountability, collaboration, innovation, and sustainability. By adopting these best
practices, local governments can improve service delivery outcomes while promoting
economic growth and social welfare for their constituents.
Reflection Paper in Local Politics and Administration: A Commentary
By: Jeceen Saniel

Five political scientists and an anthropologist came together to create a unique

viewpoint on local politics and administration. They talked about Africa's current state
and the obstacles to the continent's development. Every scientist has developed a
unique method for comprehending the nation's independence. Through an examination
of previous studies on experiences connected to regional social processes, they also
provide insight into the individuals residing here.

First the symposium features five political scientists and an anthropologist who discuss
the state of social science in Africa's rural world and its development constraints. The
researchers, including Fred Burke and David Brokensha, have been working on micro-
political processes since before independence. They emphasize the importance of
considering the rural dimension in African political processes. The paper discusses the
shift in analytical focus in second-generation studies of African development, focusing
on three polarities: macro vs micro analysis, administration vs politics, and theory vs
policy application. The authors argue that micropolitical data can offer theoretical
contributions to theory-building and emphasize the need to build the infrastructure of
knowledge about local political processes.

Additionally the distinction between politics and administration in Africa was initially
blurred during the transition to independence, but this blurred as the new leadership
accelerated Africanization of the bureaucracy. Politics and administration merged into
Aristide Zolberg's "party-state," with national elites restricting local politics and relying
more on centrally controlled structures. Political scientists argued for the reconciliation
of theoretical research with practical policy applications. Students of African politics
must continue pursuing both theoretical and applied ends, as common sense is the only
general principle. The Canadian Journal of African Studies published five papers
discussing the potential of research on rural political and administrative processes,
suggesting that interdisciplinary study of Africa is not a declaration of ideographic
conformity.

Communities are mostly shaped by local politics and governance. Efficient local
administrations tackle specific concerns, encourage public involvement, and cultivate a
sense of collective accountability. But things like dishonest leadership or unethical
behavior can obstruct progress. The system's correct operation depends on striking a
balance between local autonomy and centralized support.