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Access to Joint Forest Management Resources: Challenges and Opportunities to Local Communities. A case of Udzungwa Forest Reserve
(Rural Planning Journal, 2015-06)Abstract: The main objective of this paper is to examine opportunities and challenges encountered by the communities surrounding Udzungwa Escarpment Forest Reserve after Joint Forest Management (JFM) program. Interview and ... -
Accessibility of Reproductive Health Service among Teenage Expectant Mothers Aged 13-19 Years in Madukani Ward, Dodoma Municipality, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2017-06)ABSTRACT: Teenage Expectant mothers often lack knowledge, education, experience, income and power relative to older mothers. In many cultures, specifically in developing countries, they may also have to tolerate the effects ... -
Adaptation and Coping Strategies to Climate Change among Agro-Pastoralists Community in Mvomero District, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2015-06)Abstract: The climate is perceived to be changing, thus calling for understanding of livelihoods strategies to guide in developing climate-resilient livelihoods. This paper investigated adaptation strategies undertaken by ... -
Adoption of Modern Beekeeping Technology among Smallholder Beekeepers in Selected villages of Mpanda District, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2017-06)The Government of Tanzania recognizes the untapped potential of beekeeping industry in the country. Efforts have been made to promote and support modern beekeeping technology especially in areas with high potential for ... -
Agro-pastoralists’ Perception on Climate Change in Mvomero District: A gendered Perspective
(Rural Planning Journal, 2015-12)Abstract: Studies on agro-pastoralist’s perception to climate change have reported inconclusive evidences. This paper analysed agro-pastoralists’ perception on climate change from the gender perspective in Mvomero district ... -
Analysis of Factors Influencing Household Expenditure on Education: Evidence from Kalambo District, Tanzania
(IRDP, 2022-12)This paper provides empirical evidence on the factors influencing education spending at the household level in Tanzania by using a cross-sectional household survey conducted on selected households in Kalambo districts. ... -
Assessment of the Performance of Community Health Fund Scheme in Central Tanzania: A Case of Mkalama District
(Rural Planning Journal, 2018-12)ABSTRACT: The study was conducted at Mkalama district in Singida Region with the objective of assessing the performance of Community Health Funds, in terms of awareness and enrolment trend as well as barriers for joining ... -
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 ... -
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. ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 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 ... -
Coverage and Factors Influencing Uptake of Maternal Health Care Services in Kondoa District, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2018-12)ABSTRACT: Maternal health services play a vital role in achieving improved reproductive health outcomes. However, levels of uptake and utilisation of available services in most developing countries, including Tanzania ... -
Determinant of Tax Revenue in Tanzania (1997- 2014)
(Rural Planning Journal, 2016-12)ABSTRACT: The aim of the study was to investigate the determinants of tax revenue in Tanzania. The study employed only secondary data which covered the period of 18 years (1997/98-2014/15).Currently, Tanzanian total tax ...