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, Mng’aro, Mkundi, Kivingo, and Langoni. Data were collected from interviews, meetings, and discussions with some selected key informants from each village. A total of 272 respondents, of which 18% were females, were interviewed.