Meaning : The persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something.
Example :
He claims that the present administration is corrupt.
The governance of an association is responsible to its members.
He quickly became recognized as a member of the establishment.
Synonyms : administration, brass, establishment, governing body, organisation, organization
Meaning : The act of governing. Exercising authority.
Example :
Regulations for the governing of state prisons.
He had considerable experience of government.
Synonyms : administration, governing, government, government activity