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Trust is a foundational component of any tax system, particularly in environments where enforcement capacity is weak. In Tanzania, businesspeople exhibit low levels of trust in tax authorities, undermining voluntary compliance and weakening the legitimacy of the tax system. However, trust is not static; it can be built – and
The overall aim of this policy brief is to offer a better understanding of the crime situation within the context of motorcycle taxi riding, assess the coping capacities of stakeholders, and suggest strategies to alleviate the associated crimes. The study was conducted in Dar es Salaam city and three urban
This policy brief explores these disparities and provides actionable recommendations to harmonize Local Economic Development (LED) implementation across councils. This policy brief aims to shed light on the underlying factors contributing to the disparities in LED implementation between urban and rural councils in Tanzania. By examining the specific challenges faced
This policy brief explores the potential of Local Economic Development (LED) strategies to drive Tanzania’s economic transformation, examining their implementation at both local and regional levels. It analyses the key factors influencing the success of these initiatives, including policy frameworks, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement. Furthermore, the brief investigates innovative
This policy brief investigates factors that influence access to and uptake of climate change information by smallholder tomato growers, and the key strategies for improving access to and uptake of climate change information by smallholder tomato growers. READ ON…!
On their top priorities for government action – including health, water supply, infrastructure/roads, electricity, education, and job creation – young citizens give the government positive performance reviews, and a majority see the country as moving in “the right direction.” But their assessments of economic and living conditions are less positive,
This dispatch/ policy brief presents findings from a special Afrobarometer Round 10 survey module focusing on health care. READ ON by clicking the Download.PDF button…!
Over the past two decades, property tax administration in Tanzania has undergone substantial changes, shifting between decentralized and centralized collection models. However, despite numerous reform initiatives, these efforts have largely failed to boost tax revenues and improve property tax administration. This CMI (in collaboration with REPOA) Insight outlines five reasons
The research on decentralisation and Local Economic Development (LED) in Tanzania reveals several key challenges and opportunities. One major challenge is the inconsistency between decentralisation goals and actual implementation, where local government authorities (LGAs) often prioritize service delivery over economic development initiatives. The lack of adequate funding, inadequate capacity among
The success of Local Economic Development (LED) in Tanzania is closely linked to the effectiveness of financial management systems at the local level. Improving transparency, building financial management capacity, and decentralising fund disbursement are critical for ensuring that LED initiatives are sustainable and aligned with community development needs. By addressing
This study compares enrolment in the pre- and post-COVID-19 pandemic. During and after the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic, enrolment rates rose compared to the pre-COVID-19 period in both public and private schools. Specifically, more girls than boys were enrolled in both Dar es salaam and Dodoma regions. This increase in
This study examines the implications of agricultural price changes on households’ welfare in Tanzania using panel survey data from 2008 to 2015. Specifically, the highlight is made to unpack the decision dilemma on whether household preference is skewed to either lower or higher prices of agricultural produce. This is achieved
People’s perceptions of COVID-19 are a major determinant of the vaccination process’s success or failure. Socio economic and demographic characteristics have been among major motives for disparities in COVID-19 vaccination preferences. READ ON…!
Solid waste workers are crucial to maintaining public health and environmental sustainability, especially in urban areas. Nevertheless, findings suggest that workers are exposed to several working conditions and challenges, including low salaries to cover household expenditures. They are hardly compensated whenever they work overtime, nor are they entitled to annual
Diversifying funding sources for LED initiatives is essential for building more sustainable and resilient local economies in Tanzania. Overreliance on central government transfers and international aid leaves many LGAs vulnerable to funding delays and budget cuts. By expanding public-private partnerships, enhancing local revenue generation, and promoting community-driven contributions, LGAs can
Most citizens who are aware of climate change say it is making life worse. READ MORE by clicking the Download.PDF button…!