CIVIL SOCIETY AND LOCAL GOVERNANCE IN THE TERRITORY OF FARADJE IN THE PROVINCE OF HAUT-UÉLÉ”

Authors: Ezati Mawa Jérémie & Adrupiako Mambako Léonard 

ABSTRACT

This article examines the influence of civil society on local governance in Faradje, a context marked by security, socio-economic, and institutional challenges. Civil society promotes transparency, accountability, and citizen participation, particularly in the areas of education, health, and social cohesion. However, its effectiveness is constrained by both external factors (unfavorable socio-political environment, political interference, instrumentalization, complexity of advocacy) and internal factors (insufficient financial, human, and logistical resources, members’ poverty, and weak internal governance). The study, based on a sample of 50 respondents and combining qualitative and quantitative approaches, demonstrates that these constraints limit the mobilization capacity and influence of citizen organizations. Internal divisions and institutional constraints further strengthen the power of political-administrative actors. The article concludes that enhancing financial autonomy, professionalization, sound internal governance, and logistical support is essential to restore civil society’s effectiveness and improve local governance in Faradje.

Keywords: Civil society, Local governance, Advocacy, Accountability.

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