2008:

Governance Reform Under Real-World Conditions: Citizens, Stakeholders, and Voice:  A briefing paper on the new World Bank book of the same title by Sina Odugbemi and Thomas Jacobson that analyzes efforts to improve governance systems around the world, particularly in developing countries.  The brief summarizes the book’s overview of innovative approaches and techniques for dealing with the most important non-technical or adaptive challenges that impede the success and sustainability of reform efforts. Published by CommGap (Communication for governance & Accountability Program, World Bank.  2008.

Radio and Development in Africa:  A Concept Paper:  A report by Mary Myers on radio and the types of stations best for reaching and empowering the poor.  Local radio still performs the function of “a community telephone kiosk” in many isolated rural areas and radio's immediacy, portability and ubiquity make it an invaluable tool in emergencies and humanitarian aid.  Prepared for the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) of Canada.  Aug. 2008

The Kenyan 2007 Elections and their Aftermath: the Role of Media and Communication. An Analysis:  A briefing paper by Jamal Abdi and James Deane on the role of media and communication in democratic governance, by an examination of the case of Kenya in the 2007 post-election period.  The report is based on interviews with national and international figures, and research and monitoring material. Published by the BBC World Service Trust.  April 2008.

2007:

Independent Media’s Vital Role in Development: Written by Peter Graves, international media consultant, this report examines the cross-sector impact of media on political, social, and economic systems worldwide and provides examples of the benefits provided by independent media in a variety of settings. Published by the Center for International Media Assistance (CIMA) at the National Endowment for Democracy. Dec. 2007.