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Challenges Facing Women Vegetable Sellers in Dodoma City: A Case of Sabasaba Market
(Rural Planning Journal, 2021-12)This study assessed challenges facing women vegetable sellers in the City Council of Dodoma at Sabasaba Market. The specific objectives of the study were to determine status of women vegetable selling business, analyze ... -
Challenges in Integrating Demographic Variables into Local Government Authorities’ Development Plans
(Rural Planning Journal, 2024)This paper examines the Challenges in Integrating Demographic Variables into Local Government Authorities’ Development plans in Chemba and Mpwapwa district councils. The study population was LGA’s development planning ... -
Climate Change and Variability: Local Farmers Perception in Rombo District, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2015-12)Abstract: Agriculture, the highly vulnerable sector to climate change is the main sources of livelihood in Africa, and in Tanzania it is the backbone of the economy. Agriculture has been impacted by climate change and ... -
Climatic Variability and Livelihood Diversification among Small-Scale Rice Farmers in Bahi Sub-basin, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2019-12)Climate variability is a major challenge facing small-scale farmers in semi-arid of developing countries. Farmers employ various ways to cope with climate variability. However, scant information is available on livelihoods ... -
Commercial Investments Impacts on Customary Land Rights and Community Livelihoods: Reflection of D-by-D Reforms in Kisarawe Dist
(Rural Planning Journal, 2015-06)Abstract: This paper presents the results of the study with the broad objective of analyzing the impacts of commercial investments on rural land access and acquisition process with reference to decentralization by devolution. ... -
Commercialization of Smallholder Agriculture in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania
(Institute of Rural Development Planning, 2022-03)Tanzania seeks to achieve a semi-industrialized economy by 2025. In this envisioned economy, commercialization of smallholder agriculture, which provides the necessary raw materials and a market for industrial products is ... -
Community and Private Sector Participation for Efficient Regularisation in Tanzania: A Case of Goba Kunguru Informal Settlements in Ubungo Municipality
(Rural Planning Journal, 2021-12)This article presents the results of the study that assessed the community and private sector participation for efficient regularisation of Goba Kunguru Mtaa in Ubungo Municipality. The study deployed a case study research ... -
Community Participation in Development Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation in Dodoma Municipality: A Case of Chang’ombe Ward
(Rural Planning Journal, 2016-12)ABSTRACT: Community participation in development planning, monitoring and evaluation is considered as of importance as the heart that pumps blood, and that for community development to be attained it has to been given ... -
Community Perceptions on Single Parenting: Insights from Dodoma City, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2024)Single parenting has recently become common worldwide, transcending cultural, social, and economic boundaries. The study was conducted in Dodoma city at the Chang’ombe ward to explore the community’s perceptions of single ... -
Comparative Advantage of Trade in Food Products among the Selected East African Community Partner States: Implication for Policy Formulation
(Rural Planning Journal, 2024)Despite the potential benefits of regional trade, economic disparities among East African Community (EAC) member states persist. This study investigated the relationship between trade openness, comparative advantage in ... -
Concealed Potential of Unconventional Crops: Smallholder Farmers’ Involvement in Rosella (Hibiscus Sabdariffa) Production in Nala Ward, Dodoma Municipality
(Rural Planning Journal, 2015-12)Abstract: The study was conducted in Nala Ward, Dodoma municipality. The aim was to asses smallholder farmers’ involvement in Rosella production as a new strategy in household income improvement. Specifically, the study ... -
Continuity with Vision: The Roadmap to Success for President Samia Suluhu Hassan
(TEMA & SIYAYA, 2022)When President Samia Hassan assumed office following unexpected death of President Magufuli it was unclear how far she would continue with his policies and follow his style of leadership and how far she would develop a new ... -
The Contribution of MIVARF in the Promotion of Agricultural Value Chain in Tanzania
(IRDP, 2018)The promotion of agricultural value chains in Tanzania has attracted the attention of the Government and other key local and international stakeholders in the agriculture sector. The Programme on Market Infrastructure, ... -
The contribution of NGOs Towards Forest Conservation in Dodoma Municipality, Central Tanzania: A Case of Dodoma Development Association (DODEA) Tree Planting Project
(Rural Planning Journal, 2016-06)ABSTRACT: The problem of deforestation is a serious environmental problem in Dodoma region. The objective of Dodoma Development Association (DODEA) is focusing in combating deforestation in the region by encouraging community ... -
Contribution of Orange Production to Household Income of Smallholder Farmers in Muheza District, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2018-12)ABSTRACT: This study aimed at assessing the contribution of orange production to household income of smallholder farmers in Muheza District. Data collected using structured questionnaires administered to a random sample ... -
Contribution of small scale dairy farming under zero-grazing in improving household welfare in Kayanga ward, Karagwe District, Tanzania
(IRDP, 2008-05-05)Abstract This study was carried in Kayanga ward, Karagwe district in Tanzania with the aim of evaluating contribution of small scale dairy farming in improving household welfare. The specific objectives of the study were; ... -
Contribution of Spice Tourism to Youth Employment: A Case of Kijichi Spices Farms at Kijichi Shehia in Unguja - Zanzibar
(Rural Planning Journal, 2018-12)ABSTRACT: This study was carried out to assess the contribution of spice tourism to youth employment in West District „B‟ Zanzibar using Kijichi spice farms as case study. The study had three specific objectives namely: ... -
The Contribution of Wastewater farming activities to the household wellbeing in Dodoma Municipality, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2015-12)Abstract: This paper assesses the contribution of wastewater farming activities to the household wellbeing in Dodoma Municipality. Specifically, the study intended to: (i) assess the ability of wastewater users to meet ... -
COOPERATION AND TRUST IN THE CONTEXT OF DECENTRALIZATION REFORMS IN RURAL TANZANIA
(IRDP, 2012-09)Abstract This paper investigates the impact of decentralization reforms on cooperation and trust at the village level in Tanzania, using a gender perspective. The paper draws on survey and qualitative data from ten ... -
Cost–Benefit Efficiency and Factors for Marketing Channel Choices among Avocado Farmers in Rungwe District, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2023-12)Avocado farming has grown into a significant agricultural industry in the Rungwe District, significantly contributing to the local economy. Improving market access for avocado farmers is essential to raising rural incomes ...
