Rural Planning Journal: Recent submissions
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Typology and Adoption level of Improved Post-harvest Storage Technology for Cereal Crops among Smallholder Farmers in Mvomero District, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2022-06)Despite government interventions on promoting improved post-harvest storage technology among smallholder farmers in the country, the access and adoption of the technologies remain one of the most problematic issues ... -
Determinants of Onion Profitability among Smallholder Farmers at Mlembule ward in Mpwapwa District
(Rural Planning Journal, 2022-06)This paper evaluates the determinants of onion profitability among smallholder farmers at Mlembule Ward. Specifically, the paper determines onion profitability status, examines determinants of onion profitability and ... -
Factors associated with Women Engagement in Small Scale Businesses in Tanga city: A case of Nguvumali Ward
(Rural Planning Journal, 2022-06)The study was carried out at Nguvumali ward in Tanga city council to assess factors associated with women engagement in small scale businesses. This study used both qualitative and quantitative data from primary and ... -
Spatial Clustering of Cholera Deaths in Mainland Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2022-06)Cholera is a global public health problem with ramifications on families, communities and nations. This study examined the spatial clusters of cholera deaths in Mainland Tanzania. A retrospective study design was employed ... -
Effectiveness of Natural Spring Water Project in Supplying Water for Domestic Use in Kondoa in Dodoma Region
(Rural Planning Journal, 2022-06)The world continents including Africa are experiencing water scarcity. Rural water supply has been a problem in most parts of Tanzania especially in Central Zone regions due to little amount of rainfall. Kondoa District ... -
Upstream and Downstream Integrated Supply Chain: Its effect on improving efficiency in supply of oil and gas products in Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2021-12)The purpose of this study was to examine the integration between upstream and downstream supply chain of oil and gas products and determine its effect on improving efficiency.The study was conducted in City Council of ... -
Psychosocial Consequences and Women Experience of Using Contraceptives in Temeke Municipality, Tanzania.
(Rural Planning Journal, 2021-12)The cornerstone of women's and girls' rights, as well as their sexual and reproductive health, is access to safe and modern contraceptives. Women's independence, freedom, and gender equity are all aided by access to ... -
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 ... -
The Influence of Students’ Perceptions on Business Mathematics Performance: A Case of the College of Business Education in Mwanza, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2021-12)This study focused on assessing the factors influencing Higher learning students’ perceptions on business mathematics performance focusing on the College of Business Education (CBE) Mwanza campus. The specific objectives ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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: ... -
An evaluation of Challenges Facing Smallholder Orange Farmers in Muheza District, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2018-12)ABSTRACT: Most of Tanzanian population lives in rural areas where their livelihoods depend on smallholding agriculture which contribute substantially in GDP of the country. Notwithstanding these contributions to household ... -
Quest for Political Inclusivity: Enablers and Barriers for Political Participation for Persons with Disabilities in Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2018-12)ABSTRACT: Political participation is a fundamental aspect of democratic governance, the rule of law, social inclusion and human rights approaches aimed at eliminating marginalization and discrimination. However, despite ... -
Determinants of Profitability in Orange Production Under Smallholder Farming in Muheza District, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2018-12)ABSTRACT: This study aimed at assessing determinants of profitability in orange production among smallholder farmers in Muheza district. Data collected from 97 randomly selected farmers through structured interview and ... -
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 ... -
Smallholder Farmers’ Adaptation Strategies to Climate Change in Semi-Arid Areas of Chamwino District, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2018-12)ABSTRACT: Climate is the main determinant for agricultural productivity worldwide. This paper presents the findings of a study conducted in Chamwino District in Dodoma Region to examine smallholder farmers‟ adaptation ... -
Determinants of Conflicts Coping Strategies among Farmers and Pastoralists in Kilosa and Kiteto Districts, Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2018-12)ABSTRACT: Natural resource use conflict is a global issue. In sub-Saharan Africa, such conflicts can be extreme; even resulting into deaths of individuals. There is a plethora of literature exploring the causes and effects ... -
Socio-economic Drivers of Energy Consumption Patterns at Household Level in Temeke Municipality: A Case of Mbagala Kuu Ward
(Rural Planning Journal, 2017-06)ABSTRACT: The study was conducted at Mbagala Kuu ward in Temeke municipality in Dar es Salaam city to assess the socio-economic determinants of energy consumption patterns at household level. Data for this study were ...