The Tanzanian Energy Sector
The Potential for Job Creation and Productivity Gains through Expanded Electrification This study evaluates the dynamic linkages between the expansion of the national electricity grid and off-grid alternative/renewable sources of electricity, job growth and productivity. It further sought to assess the public resources required by the energy
A Comparative Analysis of Poverty Incidence in Farming Systems of Tanzania
This study analysed poverty incidence in relation to Tanzania’s major farming systems utilising data from the Agriculture Sample Census 2002/03. The analysis found that poverty incidence differed considerably by farming system. The study also confirmed…
Challenges in data collection, consolidation and reporting for local government authorities in Tanzania
Given that timely and quality data are important for planning and monitoring local service delivery, REPOA conducted a study that examined the systems of data collection, consolidation and reporting within six local councils and four central government…
Poverty Among the Elderly and Children in Mainland Tanzania
This brief analyses the economic situation of elderly persons and children in Tanzania. Significantly, the analysis found that households with elderly and children only are by far the poorest, in both urban and rural areas
Social Protection of the Elderly in Tanzania: Current Status and Future Possibilities
This brief summarises the findings of a study on social protection of elderly in Tanzania. The study began by analysing the current status of living arrangements and material well-being of Tanzanians over 60 years of age, using data from the 2007 Household Budget Survey (HBS 2007) conducted by the National Bureau of Statistics and the […]
Social Protection of the Elderly in Tanzania
Current Status and Future Possibilities This study begins by analyzing the current status of living arrangements and material well-being of Tanzanians over 60 years of age, using data from the 2007 Household Budget Survey conducted by the National Bureau of Statistics and the Views of the People
Viashiria vya Kijinsia
Kijitabu cha Viashiria vya Kijinsia kina kinachambua na kukusanya baadhi ya viashiria vya kijinsia ambavyo takwimu na taarifa zake zimeanzia mwaka 2000/2001 hadi miaka ya karibuni. Kijitabu kinaonyesha mafanikio na mapengo yaliyopo ambayo yanabidi yarekebishwe na watunga sera, wabuni mipango na wadau wengine.
Tanzania Gender Indicators Booklet 2010
The Gender Indicators Booklet 2010 assesses trends in selected gender indicators in Tanzania from 2000/01 to 2010. It highlights progress towards achieving gender equality and identifies areas which need to be addressed by policy makers, planners, communities and other stakeholders.
Determinants of Rural Income in Tanzania
An Empirical Approach This study conducted an econometric analysis of data from the 2005 Tanzania Rural Investment Climate Survey to assess the impact of selected socio-economic and geographic factors on the income of rural households and communities.
Widowhood and Vulnerability to HIV and AIDS Related Shocks
Exploring Resilience Avenues This study explored the contexts and factors under which violation of the inheritance and property rights of widows and orphans occurs and resilience avenues for safeguarding these rights. The study findings show that property grabbing after the death of their husbands
The Impact of Local Government Reforms in Tanzania
This report explores the progress towards achieving the aim of transferring resources from central to local government and devolving and decentralizing power to create more autonomous Local Government Authorities (LGAs), as well as the objectives of
Local Government Finances and Financial Management in Tanzania
Empirical Evidence of Trends 2000-2007 This paper examines the capacity of local government authorities in Tanzania with respect to financial management and revenue enhancement, and analyses trends in financial accountability and efficiency for the period 2000–2006/07.
Widowhood and Vulnerability to HIV and AIDS Related Shocks
Exploring Resilience Avenues This brief summarises the findings of a study conducted in Makete district, Iringa region, Tanzania in 2008 that explored the contexts and factors under which violation of the inheritance and property rights of widows and orphans occurs, and resilience avenues for safeguarding these rights. The research found that property grabbing by women’s […]
Children’s Involvement in Small Business: Does it Build Youth Entrepreneurship?
This brief summarises the findings of a study conducted in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania in 2006 that examined how children’s work in small businesses impacts the development of their entrepreneurship. The study revealed that the participation of children in small businesses is largely influenced by push factors, particularly the lack of educational opportunities and alternative […]
Poverty and the Rights of Children at Household Level
Findings from Same and Kisarawe Districts, Tanzania This study examined the relationship between poverty at the household level and children’s rights. Although children’s rights were considered at a general level, the main focus was on three of the basic rights (i) access to education, (ii) access
Children’s Involvement in Small Business
Does it Build Youth Entrepreneurship? This study assessed how children’s work in small businesses impacts their future entrepreneurial talents, by examining i) the economic, psychological and social factors that prompt children into small businesses; ii) the contribution of small business…