Rural Planning Journal: Recent submissions
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The Impact of ICT Innovation on the Economic Performance of sub-Saharan African Countries
(IRDP, 2022-12)This study examines the impact of ICT innovation on the economic performance of 48 sub-Saharan African countries. The study used fixed and random effect models to estimate the impact of ICT innovation on economic ... -
Determinants of Loan Repayment among Youth in Groups in Bukombe District, Tanzania
(IRDP, 2022-12)This paper assesses the determinants of loan repayment among Youth in Groups in the Bukombe District. Specifically, the paper examines socioeconomic factors that influence loan repayments among youth, the extent of ... -
Use of Mobile Phone Services in Accessing Agricultural Market Information Among Smallholder Farmers in Bahi and Mvomero Districts, Tanzania
(IRDP, 2022-12)The government of Tanzania plays a great role in promoting mobile phone use in the country. Available statistics show that more than 50 million sim cards were registered by June 2022. Also, over 60% small-scale farmers ... -
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. ... -
Determinants of Rural and Urban Postnatal Care Differentials among Newborns in Tanzania
(IRDP, 2022-12)This study examined determinants of rural and urban postnatal care differentials among newborns in Tanzania. The study used secondary data from the national cross-sectional Demographic and Health Survey (TDHS-MIS) for ... -
The Impact of ICT Use on Trade Openness in Sub-Saharan African Countries
(IRDP, 2022-12)This study uses panel data for 48 sub-Sahara Africa countries, ranging from the year 2000 to 2020, to empirically examine the impact of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) use and adoption (internet use) on ... -
Factors Influencing the Adoption of Improved Oil Palm Variety in Kigoma Rural District of Tanzania
(IRDP, 2022-12)Abstract Climate change has been reported to pose negative effects on agriculture globally. Adoption of Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) practices such as using improved seeds has been widely recognized as a promising ... -
The Effect of Extension Services Access on Technical Efficiency Among Smallholder Sugarcane Farmers in Kilombero Valley: Evidence from the Propensity Score Matching Approach
(IRDP, 2022-12)This study assesses the effect of access to extension services on the Technical Efficiency (TE) of Smallholder Sugarcane Farmers (SHSCFs) in Kilombero valley, Tanzania. Based on a crosssectional survey of 274 randomly ... -
Determinants of Insecticide Treated Nets (ITNs) Utilisation among Pregnant Women in Tanzania
(Rural Planning Journal, 2022-06)Ending the epidemics of malaria for quality livelihood is well addresses in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and in the 2025 Development Vision. Recently, Malaria in pregnancy is still drawing much attention ... -
Status on the Use of Improved Cooking Stoves in Rungwe District: A Case of Makandana Ward
(Rural Planning Journal, 2022-06)The study assessed the status of using Improved Cooking Stoves (ICS) at Makandana ward in the Rungwe District. Specifically, it determined the availability of ICS, analysed the factors that influence the use of the ... -
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 ...