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This study underscores that any policy action geared towards improving the level of financial inclusion of disadvantaged women should focus on enhancing their level of education, employment, and access (proximity) to financial institutions, among others. READ ON…!
Results of this study indicate that CSA adoption significantly improves both food security and household income. Key determinants include socio-demographic factors, such as gender and age, economic factors like credit financing availability and market access, infrastructural elements including irrigation facilities, and attitudinal aspects such as farmers’ perceptions of climate risks
Results of this study showed that the factors that significantly influence the adoption of Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) technologies are age, education level, land size, farming experience, land tenure, farm income, rice yield and credit. The endogenous switching model analysis showed that the adopter farmers are more likely to be
This report provides a comprehensive analysis of Tanzania’s renewable energy landscape, drawing on global benchmarking, stakeholder engagement, field assessments, and rigorous data analysis. It captures both institutional and grassroots realities of RET implementation, offering insights into the opportunities, challenges, and transformative potential of renewable energy across sectors and regions. This
This study examines the relationship between tax policies and informality in Tanzania. Specifically, it analyses how changes in tax policies affect the behaviour of individuals in the labour market and how these changes impact the level of inequality and poverty in Tanzania. Tanzania’s informal economy, accounting for over 60% of
The findings show that aflatoxin awareness has a positive and significant influence on crop quality, hence food security. As was the opinion from many farmers, the Ministry of Agriculture, in collaboration with other development stakeholders, should give high priority to aflatoxin awareness campaigns. READ ON…!
This study intended to understand the extent of climate change considerations in national development plans in Tanzania. The specific objectives were to examine the extent of policy coherence across priority sectors, national development plans and national climate change adaptation goals. READ ON…!
The primary findings for this study indicate that there is no statistically significant relationship between productivity and digitalization. However, the findings suggested that the relationship between productivity and digitalization was mediated by innovation and competitiveness. The results also show that the benefits of digitalization for innovation and competitiveness are amplified
This survey was conducted by REPOA, an independent research institution, to establish a baseline for measuring satisfaction with court services across the country. This baseline data serves as a critical reference point for future impact assessments, helping to track progress over time and highlighting areas requiring further enhancement. The findings
This Research Report provides a comprehensive overview of Tanzania’s position in the global economy, including its level and changes, through the lens of Gross Value Chains (GVCs), with a focus on the service sector. Studying the Tanzanian experience is not only interesting for its policy implications, but also because Tanzania
This study explores the drivers of women’s bargaining power in households, and their impact on Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) practices adoption in Tanzania, focusing on paddy production. The study uses data from 317 women farmers. Results reveal that, the adoption of CSA practices is influenced by factors such as women’s bargaining
The private sector is a critical driver of economic growth in Tanzania. The government has expressed a strong commitment to fostering a vibrant business environment while ensuring sufficient public resources for economic development. However, balancing taxation and business growth remains a challenge. This report presents findings from a survey of
Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) has been proposed as an approach to mitigate some of the threats emanating from climatic changes and guide agriculture management in the era of climate change. This study aimed to (a) assess the CSA practices and technologies and their impacts on household food security among smallholders in
The study aimed to assess small-scale fishers’ use of traditional knowledge for climate adaptation in Lindi and Mtwara regions located in the Southern Coastal areas of Tanzania. The study used a qualitative research approach wherein in-depth interviews, focus group discussions and observation were used to collect data. Climate change affects
Tomatoes are one of the most widely consumed vegetables in sub-Saharan Africa, valued for their essential vitamins and minerals. This study assessed the effectiveness of Indigenous Handling Practices (IHP) in reducing post-harvest losses (PHL) in the tomato subsector. Specifically, it examined indigenous handling methods, growers’ perceptions, and factors influencing the
This study investigates the funding mechanisms that support Local Economic Development (LED) initiatives across seven regions in Tanzania: Kilimanjaro, Dar es Salaam, Mwanza, Kigoma, Iringa, Dodoma, and Mtwara. LED is recognized as a strategic approach to enhancing local economic capacities through decentralized governance, enabling local authorities to tailor initiatives to
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