Citizens’ Views on the East African Federation: A Tanzanian Perspective
How much do Tanzanians know about the proposed East African Federation? What does the average Tanzanian think about plans being carried forward at largely government-to-government level? Do Tanzanians approve of a unitary government between the Republics of Kenya, uganda, the united Republic of Tanzania, Republic of burundi and Republic of Rwanda?
Establishing Indicators for Urban Poverty-Environment Interaction in Tanzania
The Case of Bonde la Mpunga, Kinondoni, Dar es Salaam This micro-level study examined the links between poverty and the environment for an urban community. Perceptions of poverty were investigated, as well as aspects of land use, water supply, sanitation, waste disposal, drainage, personal security, provision…
Negotiating Safe Sex among Young Women
The Fight against HIV/AIDS in Tanzania A study of gender power relations among youth in Tanzania, with a specific focus on young women negotiating safe sex to protect themselves against HIV/AIDS. Female respondents were questioned on their knowledge, attitudes, and decision making.
REPOA Annual Report 2008
In 2008 an external review was conducted, as per our Memorandum of Understanding, with the basket funders that provided valuable insight that will be incorporated into the next strategic plan. a follow-up review was deemed necessary to highlight the specific recommendations on how to strengthen our research activities. the process of determining the future begins […]
The Role of Tourism in Poverty Alleviation in Tanzania
This study analyses the direct and indirect impacts of tourism on livelihoods. With tourism being the fastest growing sector in the Tanzanian economy, the authors investigate the benefits to society at large and, in particular, to the poor.
The Use of Sustainable Irrigation for Poverty Alleviation in Tanzania
The Case of Smallholder Irrigation Schemes in Igurusi, Mbarali District Irrigation has been found to be a central key part in curbing food scarcity not only in Tanzania but also in many other developing countries. The continued dependence on rainfall in agriculture has proved incapable of sustaining the population increase. This study examines the sustainability […]
Assessing the Relative Poverty of Clients and Non-clients of Non-bank Microfinance Institutions in Tanzania
The case of the Dar es Salaam and Coast Regions This study was commissioned by REPOA. The overall objective of the study was to critically assess the relative poverty level of clients and non-clients of nonbank Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) in Tanzania, using the Coast and Dar es Salaam as sample regions. The end results were […]
The Role of Traditional Irrigation Systems in Poverty Alleviation in Semi-Arid Areas
The Case of Chamazi in Lushoto District, Tanzania This study investigates the role of the Chamazi farming system in alleviating poverty in the semi-arid low lands of Lushoto district. It was conducted in seven villages between 6th March and 29th March 2002. The villages, which administratively are in the Umba division, included Kwemkwazu, Mbaramo, Lunguza, […]
Changes in the upland irrigation system and implications for rural poverty alleviation
A case of the ndiwa irrigations system, West Usumbara mountains, Tanzania Rural poverty is a major problem in Tanzania that has become the focus of different development strategies. Poverty alleviation is a priority objective in national development strategies. The Agricultural and Livestock Policy of 1997; the Agricultural Sector Development Strategy of 2001; and the Tanzania […]
Assessing market distortions affecting poverty reduction efforts on smallholder tobacco production in Tanzania
This study attempts to analyse the efficiency of production, the degree of distortion in the markets and the pattern of incentives for smallholder tobacco growers in Songea, Tanzania. A survey was conducted on a sample of tobacco growers in Songea district, and secondary data collected from key organisations in the industry. A Policy Analysis Matrix […]
The Role of Indigenous Knowledge in Combating Soil Infertility and Poverty in the Usambara Mountains, Tanzania
This report examines the use of a local shrub, tughutu, for soil enrichment. The study compares the livelihood standards, income levels, household nutrition and farm productivity of those farmers applying tughutu with those not using this indigenous knowledge.
The Contribution of Microfinance Institutions to Poverty Reduction in Tanzania
This report evaluates the extent to which Microfinance Institutions in Tanzania contribute to poverty reduction. The loan process and technical support provided by micro-finance institutions are studied, as well as some characteristics of the loan recipients…
Rice Production in Maswa District , Tanzania and its Contribution to Poverty Alleviation
This report examines the role of rice production in poverty alleviation, with a comparison to other farming activities, in particular producing crops of maize and cotton.
Financing Public Health Care
Insurance, User Fees or Taxes? Welfare Comparisons in Tanzania This study contributes to the debate on the best way to finance public health services in Tanzania. It focuses on two methods for financing health care – the community insurance scheme and user fees.
The Impact of Reforms on the Quality of Primary Education in Tanzania
An analysis of the impact of reforms brought in by the Primary Education Development Programme PEDP upon the quality of education. Service delivery, teacher characteristics, finance, and governance are some of the topics discussed.
The Role of Small Businesses in Poverty Alleviation
The Case of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Study of micro and small-scale business in Dar es Salaam. Issues covered include the contribution to poverty alleviation, the influence of socio-economic factors, and the impact of business formality.