Local authorities and good governance in Mozambique

Perceptions of municipal residents in the city of beira from 2003 to 2016

Abstract

Over the years, several questions have arisen regarding the real importance of local authorities concerning local development and the way they carry it out. Local authorities are territorial public legal entities with representative bodies that aim to satisfy the interests of their respective populations. The investigation focuses on the Municipality of Beira. Especially about the ability to make decisions in conjunction with local conditions, the aim is to illustrate the functions and skills that it assumes and develops, as well as the role of the service provider, in accessibility, which is why the main objective of this study is to analyze the Importance of Local Authorities in promoting good Governance. In conclusion, the role of the Municipality is to improve key urban infrastructures, including roads, drainage, and sewage systems and (b) improve the quality and coverage of basic urban services, including garbage collection, sanitation, and water supply.