How does the central state affect public goods provision by local actors? I study effect of capacity on governance in sub-Saharan Africa, which argue depends whether traditional authorities are integrated country’s constitution. use distance to administrative headquarters as a measure and estimate regression discontinuity design around boundaries. If not integrated, then compete with each other...

As the COVID-19 outbreak forced many organizations to shift work from home (WFH) arrangements, are now considering whether continue these arrangements post-pandemic. To make informed decisions, understanding environmental factors that influence employees' capacity WFH effectively is crucial. This study contributes this by drawing on neo-institutional theory develop a model characterizes how out...

A variety of different firms, such as shipping lines, terminal operating companies, forwarders, hinterland transport providers and inland terminal operators are involved in hinterland transport. Besides such private companies, different public actors, such as the port authority, customs and infrastructure managers are involved as well. Coordination between all these actors is required to create...

The essay argues that the content of constitutions should derive from its political functions: granting stability and legitimacy to government. There are three main candidates for inclusion in constitutions: regime arrangements, human rights, and general credo. All constitutions must include institutional arrangements. The level of detail and entrenchment may vary. There are important reasons f...