The Instrumental versus the Symbolic: Investigating Members’ Participation in Civil Society Networks in Tanzania
Civil society organisations (CSO) can provide a conduit through which the voices of citizens are able to reach and influence high-level policy dialogue and debate. But is this happening in practise? This study set out to examine how effectively and meaningfully CSO member organisations are participating in two civil society networks in Tanzania, and to […]
Growth of Micro and Small, Cluster-Based Furniture-Manufacturing Firms and their Implications for Poverty Reduction in Tanzania
Poverty is still one of the most daunting challenges facing Africa in general and Tanzania in particular, as evident from the difficulties in piecing together pro-poor development policies. This brief summarises the findings of a 2010 study conducted in Keko, Buguruni-Malapa, and Mbezi Beach kwa Komba industrial clusters, Dar es Salaam, that explored the growth […]
Using Annual Performance Reports to Manage Public Resources in Tanzania
Tanzanian citizens are entitled to receive the best possible public services from the government. The latter has the obligation to deliver the best possible public services to the former. In other words, the government is accountable to the people in effectively and efficiently delivering public services. However, the quality of the public services provided cannot […]
Competitiveness of Tanzanian Coffee Growers amid Bifurcated Coffee Markets
This study analysed the domestic response to changes in the coffee market configuration and the roles of institutions and organisations in the context of smallholder coffee production. It followed a multidisciplinary approach, and data was sourced from a range of actors in the domestic coffee value chain, ranging from coffee growers, producer organisations at various […]
Poverty and Human Development Report (PHDR)2011
The 2011 Poverty and Human Development Report (PHDR) presents a consolidated review of progress towards the goals and targets under the National Strategy for Growth and Reduction of Poverty (MKUKUTA). Using the nationally agreed indicators for MKUKUTA
The Growth of Micro and Small, Cluster-Based Furniture-Manufacturing Firms and their Implications for Poverty Reduction in Tanzania
Micro, small, and medium manufacturing enterprises (MSMEs) offer good examples of firm clustering and incipient entry points for industrial development in Tanzania. This study analyses the growth of cluster-based, micro and small furniture-manufacturing firms located in the Keko, Buguruni-Malapa, and Mbezi Beach kwa Komba industrial clusters. The results of quantitative growth indicators show that on […]
REPOA e-Newsletter Issue No. 4
REPOA has a new Chairperson of the Board of Directors REPOA introduces a new Logo Afrobarometer: the 1st phase of dissemination of findings from Views of the people. Parliamentary Centre meets Parliament
REPOA e-Newsletter Issue No. 3
17th Annual Research Workshop (ARW) National Centre for Employment Studies to be established at REPOA Workshop on Natural Resource Investment in Tanzania Feature: Understanding Lands and Investment…
Creating Space for Child Participation in Local Governance in Tanzania
Save the Children and Children’s Councils In 2002, the Junior Council of the United Republic of Tanzania was created at the national level and the government committed to extend the Council throughout the country. Responding to slow implementation by the government, Save the Children created childled organisations (children’s councils) in several districts in Mainland Tanzania […]
Affordability and Expenditure Patterns for Electricity and Kerosene in Urban Households in Tanzania
Using data from the Household Budget Survey 2007, this study examines two main issues: i) the affordability of kerosene, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and electricity to poor urban households, i.e., households below the basic needs poverty line;
Creating Space for Child Participation in Local Governance in Tanzania
Save the Children and Children’s Councils This paper focuses on the model of community participation developed by Save the Children. The research has targeted both children and adults (NGO and local authority representatives) with a view of obtaining their insights into how best children
REPOA e-Newsletter Issue No. 2
REPOA has a new Organizational structure Launching AGRA’s Policy Hub for Tanzania In memory of Dr. Raymond Mnenwa Coming Soon: PHDR 2011
Transparency in Local finances in Tanzania, 2003 – 2009
Good governance relies on three interdependent characteristics – transparency, accountability and integrity – and at the center of this three-way relationship is the need for timely and accurate information, which, recursively, requires a willingness to share information.
Tracer Study on REPOA Training Courses for Research Users
Budget Analysis and Public Expenditure Tracking System This brief summarises the results of a tracer study of Budget Analysis and Public Expenditure Tracking System (PETS) training courses for local councilors, staff of local government authorities (LGAs) and representatives of civil society organizations (CSOs). Between 2006 and 2009, REPOA conducted two budget-related courses: (i) Budget Analysis […]
Tracer Study on Two REPOA Training Courses
Budget Analysis and Public Expenditure Tracking System This tracer study assesses two courses conducted by REPOA between 2007 and 2009: Budget Analysis and Public Expenditure Tracking System (PETS). Findings showed that for both courses, most of the respondents were using the knowledge and skills…
REPOA e-Newsletter Issue No. 1