This study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of supervision in increasing internally generated funds (IGF) of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies, (MMDAS) in Ghana, with particular reference to the Wa Municipal Assembly.
The purpose or objective was to investigate how much effective supervision would increase internally generated funds in Wa Municipal Assembly of the Upper West Region of Ghana. The key specific objectives of the study were to identify the key sources of revenue for the Wa Municipal Assembly, the specific sources of locally generated revenue; the specific guidelines or by – laws bordering revenue collection in the Municipality; the targets set for revenue collection, and find out whether targets set were met or not; and how people were rewarded or sanctioned for doing their jobs satisfactorily or unsatisfactorily.
It was found that the key sources of revenue to the Wa Municipal Assembly were; the District Assembly common fund (DACF); District Development Fund (DDF); internally generated fund (IGF); Government of Ghana (GOG) and Donor grants.
It was also found that the (IGF) of the Wa Municipal Assembly had been increasing in nominal terms except in 2012 when it dropped from 475, 884.29 in 2011 to 28,423.77 in 2012, which was not directly explained. It was however, noted that the average performance of IGF was 8.44% which was not good enough.
The conclusion drawn from the research was that though the nominal contribution of IGF increased from 2008 to 2014 except in 2012, the average performance was low; especially as compared to the 2012 IGF of Accra Metropolitan Assembly of 49% of total revenue of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly. The Researcher recommended further research into the operations of the revenue collection unit of the Wa Municipal Assembly, using multiple regression analysis to establish the quantitative co – relation between internally generated funds and the explanatory variables of supervision. These are; educational attainment, experience, training and motivation.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Objectives of the Study
- Summary of Review of Related Literature
- Decentralization
- Revenue Mobilization at the Local Level
- Effective Supervision
- Overall Outcomes Strategy and Techniques | Results and Discussion
- Conclusion and Recommendations
- Suggestion for Further Studies
- References
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study assesses the effectiveness of supervision in increasing internally generated funds (IGF) for the Wa Municipal Assembly in Ghana. The objective is to investigate the correlation between effective supervision and increased IGF. The research examines the key revenue sources, guidelines for revenue collection, targets set, and reward/sanction systems.
- Effectiveness of supervision in increasing IGF.
- Key revenue sources for the Wa Municipal Assembly.
- Revenue collection guidelines and their impact.
- Performance against revenue collection targets.
- Reward and sanction systems for revenue collectors.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Introduction: This chapter provides historical context on local government in Ghana, tracing its evolution from colonial ordinances to the current decentralized system. It highlights the increasing importance of revenue mobilization for District Assemblies (D/As) due to dwindling central government funding. The chapter introduces the Wa Municipal Assembly, its creation, and its administrative boundaries, setting the stage for the study's focus on improving its internally generated funds.
Objectives of the Study: This section clearly outlines the primary research objective: to determine the impact of effective supervision on the increase of internally generated funds (IGF) within the Wa Municipal Assembly. Specific objectives include identifying key revenue sources, analyzing revenue collection guidelines, evaluating performance against set targets, and assessing the effectiveness of reward and sanction mechanisms. This lays the groundwork for the methodology and analysis presented in subsequent chapters.
Summary of Review of Related Literature: This chapter reviews existing literature on decentralization, revenue mobilization at the local level, and the role of effective supervision in enhancing these processes. It likely synthesizes research findings and theoretical frameworks related to local governance, financial management, and performance management in similar contexts, providing a theoretical foundation for the study's empirical analysis. The focus would be on demonstrating the significance of each element and its contribution to IGF generation within decentralized local governance structures.
Overall Outcomes Strategy and Techniques | Results and Discussion: This chapter presents the findings of the research conducted on the Wa Municipal Assembly. The analysis likely details the key sources of revenue, assesses whether the targets for revenue collection were met, and explores the impact of supervision on the overall revenue generation. The discussion section would analyze the relationship between the variables examined, potentially using statistical data to demonstrate the correlation between supervision effectiveness and IGF increases. The chapter will likely include a discussion of any unexpected findings or deviations from predicted outcomes, contributing a critical evaluation of the research methods and findings.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Internally Generated Funds (IGF), Decentralization, Local Government, Revenue Mobilization, Supervision, Wa Municipal Assembly, Ghana, Revenue Collection, Performance Targets, Reward and Sanction Systems.
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What is the main topic of this study?
This study assesses the effectiveness of supervision in increasing internally generated funds (IGF) for the Wa Municipal Assembly in Ghana. It investigates the correlation between effective supervision and increased IGF, examining key revenue sources, guidelines for revenue collection, targets set, and reward/sanction systems.
What are the key objectives of the study?
The primary objective is to determine the impact of effective supervision on the increase of internally generated funds (IGF) within the Wa Municipal Assembly. Specific objectives include identifying key revenue sources, analyzing revenue collection guidelines, evaluating performance against set targets, and assessing the effectiveness of reward and sanction mechanisms.
What are the key themes explored in the study?
Key themes include the effectiveness of supervision in increasing IGF, key revenue sources for the Wa Municipal Assembly, revenue collection guidelines and their impact, performance against revenue collection targets, and reward and sanction systems for revenue collectors. The study also explores decentralization, revenue mobilization at the local level, and the role of effective supervision in enhancing these processes within the context of local governance in Ghana.
What does the study cover in its literature review?
The literature review examines existing research on decentralization, revenue mobilization at the local level, and the role of effective supervision in enhancing these processes. It synthesizes research findings and theoretical frameworks related to local governance, financial management, and performance management in similar contexts, providing a theoretical foundation for the study's empirical analysis.
How does the study analyze the data?
The study analyzes data from the Wa Municipal Assembly, detailing key revenue sources, assessing whether revenue collection targets were met, and exploring the impact of supervision on overall revenue generation. The analysis likely uses statistical data to demonstrate the correlation between supervision effectiveness and IGF increases. The study includes a discussion of unexpected findings or deviations from predicted outcomes.
What are the key chapters included in the study?
The study includes chapters on the Introduction (providing historical context and introducing the Wa Municipal Assembly), Objectives of the Study, Summary of Review of Related Literature, Overall Outcomes, Strategy and Techniques | Results and Discussion, Conclusion and Recommendations, Suggestions for Further Studies, and References.
What are the keywords associated with this study?
Keywords include Internally Generated Funds (IGF), Decentralization, Local Government, Revenue Mobilization, Supervision, Wa Municipal Assembly, Ghana, Revenue Collection, Performance Targets, and Reward and Sanction Systems.
What is the overall goal of the study?
The overall goal is to understand how effective supervision contributes to increased internally generated funds within the Wa Municipal Assembly in Ghana, offering insights into improving local government revenue mobilization strategies in similar contexts.
- Quote paper
- Dr. Issahaque Munawaru Munawaru (Author), 2014, Increasing Internally Generated Funds through Supervision, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/460814
