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The Role of Monopsony Marketing System on Efficient Clove Trade in Zanzibar: A Case of North “B” District of Zanzibar.
No full textThis study analyze the role of monopsony marketing system on clove price setting among clove farmers in Zanzibar. Specifically it examined the role of monopsony marketing system on clove price setting among clove farmers in Zanzibar, investigated the role of monopsony system on income generation among clove farmers in Zanzibar, examined the role of monopsony system on accessing market for clove farmers in Zanzibar. The study used a sample size of 65,pragmatism research philosophy, explanatory research design, mixed research approach. The research used descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings indicated that low participation in price-setting processes, with most indicating that prices are not fair compared to production costs. This discrepancy might indicate that recent reforms have not fully reached all regions or farmers. Farmers reported limited income growth under the monopsony system, with concerns about inconsistent payments. This suggests varying efficiency levels in different monopsony setups Farmers indicated limited market access and dependence on monopsony buyers, with little alternative market diversifying. Moreover, challenges in market access for smallholder farmers in Tanzania, emphasizing dependence on few buyers. This indicates that the inefficiencies observed in your findings might stem from specific weaknesses in Zanzibar’s monopsony framework.
Key words: Monopsony systems, Zanzibar, Tanzani
Effect of Good Governance on Local Government Authorities’ Performance in Tanzania: A Case of Serengeti District Council- Mara.
No full textThe study examined the effect of good governance on local government authorities in Tanzania: a case of Serengeti District Council. Four objectives guided the study; to assess the effect of transparency, accountability, participation and responsiveness on Serengeti local government authority performance. The theory of New Public Management (NPM) by Hood (1991) was employed. Positivist philosophy, quantitative approach and explanatory design were employed. A sample of 100 was drawn using stratified random sampling technique from a population of 135. Structured questionnaires were used to as data collection tool while descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis were used as data analysis tools. The study found that all four independent variables; transparency, accountability, participation and responsiveness were positive and significant related to Serengeti local government authority performance. The study on the effect of good governance on local government authorities’ performance in Tanzania, using Serengeti District Council as a case, reveals that principles such as transparency, accountability, participation, and rule of law significantly enhance service delivery, resource management, and overall institutional effectiveness, thereby underscoring the critical role of good governance in promoting sustainable development at the local level. Therefore, the recommends that it is recommended that Serengeti District Council strengthen mechanisms for transparency, accountability, and citizen participation to further enhance its performance and service delivery.
Keywords: Good Governance, transparency, accountability, participation, responsiveness, LGA Performance
Financial Risk Management Strategies and Cost Performance of Public Construction Projects in Tanzania: The Case of Msalato International Airport.
No full textThis study examines the effectiveness of financial risk management strategies employed in public construction projects in Tanzania, with a focus on the Msalato International Airport construction project. A mixed-methods approach was utilized, incorporating both qualitative and quantitative data collection from key government agencies, including the Tanzania National Roads Agency (TANROADS), the Tanzania Airports Authority (TAA), and the consulting firm known as BEZA Consulting Engineers. Thematic analysis was used for qualitative data, meanwhile descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression analyses were performed on the quantitative data. The study identified key financial risk factors affecting cost performance in public construction projects, including delayed government budget allocations, inaccurate budget estimates, inflation, exchange rate fluctuations, and delayed contractor payments. The study also established that financial risk response strategies, including risk acceptance, avoidance, exploitation, and transfer, were effectively applied to mitigate cost overruns. Additionally, financial risk monitoring practices such as proper documentation, financial risk forecasting, and compliance with financial regulations were identified as key contributors to cost performance improvement. The study concludes that an integrated approach to financial risk management; that incorporating strong identification, analysis, response, and monitoring mechanisms, was crucial for minimizing financial risks in public construction projects.
Keywords: The government agencies should invest in capacity building programmes to enhance financial risk management expertise and adopt advanced financial monitoring tools to improve cost control and prevent budget overrun
Use of Social Media in Promoting Health Programmes among Rural Women in Mbeya Referral Hospital in Mbarali District Council in Tanzania.
No full textThe study aimed at assessing the use of social media in promoting health programmes among rural women in Mbarali District Council in Mbeya Zonal Referral Hospital Tanzania. It explored the number of rural women in seeking healthcare services after accessing information through social media; it assessed the ability of rural women in using digital technology in accessing health information; it examined changes in women’s ability to take informed decisions about their health and reproductive rights after receiving health related advice through social media; and finally examined the challenges for using social media platforms in rural women’s health promotion. The reviewed literature was guided by The Health Belief Model and the Social Media Engagement Theory while the overall research approach employed was mixed method approach. The research design used was cross sectional which enabled the researcher to collect data via questionnaire, interview and focus group discussion in a sample size of 95 respondents obtained purposively from the overall population of the study. The findings revealed that a significant number of rural women reported exposure to health information through social media platforms such as WhatsApp and Facebook; that the ability of rural women to use digital technology, including smartphones and social media, for accessing health information is generally low to moderate; that social media positively influenced rural women’s ability to make informed decisions regarding their health and reproductive rights. Lastly the study identified limited internet connectivity, low digital literacy levels, as the main challenge that limit the effective use of social media for health promotion.
Keywords: Social media, promotion of health programmes, rural women, Mbarali District Council, Mbeya Zonal Referral Hospita
Assessment of Institutional Repository Usage in Academic Library in Tanzania: A Case of the Institute of Accountancy Arusha and Moshi Co-Operative University.
No full textThis study assessed the use of institutional repositories in higher learning institutions, specifically at the Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA) and Moshi Co-operative University (MoCU). The study was guided by four specific objectives: to identify resources offered through institutional repositories, to examine the use of information available in the repositories, to determine users’ awareness of available resources, and to identify challenges faced by users. The study employed a mixed-methods approach, combining both quantitative and qualitative data collection, and adopted a cross-sectional research design to capture information at a single point in time. Purposeful and convenience sampling procedures were used to select participants who could provide relevant insights into repository usage. Findings revealed that both IAA and MoCU libraries offered a variety of services, including reading services (books, journals, dissertations, and periodicals), reference services, computer access, electronic materials, newspaper services, and lending services. The study identified several challenges affecting repository usage, including inadequate internet facilities, limited selection of content uploaded to the repository, concerns over copyright infringement, unreliable electricity supply, low awareness of repository use, and poor ICT skills among users. Based on the findings, the study recommended increasing user engagement and training programs to enhance repository utilization, providing targeted support for users with lower education levels, improving ICT infrastructure, streamlining the content deposition process, establishing or strengthening institutional repository systems, and raising awareness about the importance and use of IRs.
Keywords: Institutional Repository, Institutional Repository Usage, Academic Library, Tanzania
Effects of Supply Chain Efficiency On Customer Satisfaction In Logistics Companies. A Case Study Of Kilimanjaro Star Cargo.
No full textThis study assessed the effect of supply chain efficiency on customer satisfaction in logistics companies, focusing on Kilimanjaro Star Cargo. Specifically, it examined the influence of inventory management efficiency, order processing efficiency, and transportation efficiency on customer satisfaction. An Explanatory research design was deployed, with data collected through structured questionnaires from employees and customers of Kilimanjaro Star Cargo Company Limited. The study utilized statistical techniques, such as correlation and regression analysis, using SPSS. The findings revealed strong positive correlations between logistics efficiency factors and customer satisfaction, with inventory management efficiency (R = 0.704) explaining 49.6% of customer satisfaction, order processing efficiency (R = 0.706) explaining 49.9%, and transportation efficiency (R = 0.704) accounting for 49.6%. Based on these results, the study recommended that Kilimanjaro Star Cargo should invest in advanced inventory tracking systems, optimize order processing through digital automation, and improve transportation routing to enhance service reliability. The study concluded that improving logistics efficiency would significantly boost customer satisfaction and provide Kilimanjaro Star Cargo with a competitive advantage in the logistics sector
Factors Influencing Employees’ Job Dissatisfaction in Public Offices: A Case of Mbarali District Council.
No full textInvestigating the variables affecting workers' job discontent in public offices was the aim of this study. This study explicitly examined how job discontent among employees at the Mbarali District Council is impacted by working circumstances, managerial support, and career growth prospects. The positivistic philosophy of Herzberg's Two-Factor theory served as the foundation for this investigation. The study used an explanatory design and a quantitative technique in accordance with positivist philosophy. Using a straightforward random procedure, 88 respondents were given structured questionnaires. Multiple linear regression analysis and descriptive statistics were used to analyze the gathered data. The findings showed that employee job discontent at Mbarali District Council was positively and significantly influenced by subpar working circumstances, limited career growth chances, and poor managerial support. It has been determined that opportunities for professional growth, better working conditions, and managerial assistance all affect how satisfied employees are with their jobs in public offices. Therefore, it is recommended that Tanzanian government agencies improve working conditions, managerial assistance, and possibilities for professional progression.
Key Words: Working conditions, managerial support, career advancement opportunities, employee job dissatisfaction, public office
Influence of Fee Free Education Policy on Students’ Academic Performance: A Case of Mkinga District, Tanzania.
No full textThis study on the influence of fee free education policy on students’ academic performance in secondary schools, was conducted at Mkinga District, Tanzania. Specifically, the study examines the effect of fee free education on enrolment rate in the public secondary schools, examine the relationship between enrolment rate and students’ academic performance and identifies the challenges encountered inthe implementation of fee free education policy on students’ academic performance. This study was guided by the Organizational Effectiveness Theory. The samplefor the study comprised 93 subjects. Questionnaire and interview were used in data collection. The study findings revealed that improvements in school infrastructure through the construction of new classrooms and laboratories during fee free education, effective monitoring of students’ academic performance are the common practices and key considerations under fee free education policy. The findings further, indicate that decrease in truancy rates, extracurricular activities, consistent attendance, have contributed to the improvement of students’ academic performance. The study also revealed that the effective implementation of the fee-free education policy has been hindered by large class sizes, shortages of school furniture, and heavy teacher workloads, all of which adversely affected students' academic performance.The study concludes that the fee-free education policy has both positive and negative implications for students' academic performance. Implication of these results suggests that to achieve the policy's intended outcomes, policymakers and educational stakeholders must address the identified challenges. It is recommended that the government and education stakeholders enhance the fee-free education policy through continued investment in school infrastructure and regular monitoring of student performance.
Keywords: Fee free education policy, students enrolment and students academic performanc
Exploring the Perception of Married Women on the Increasing Disputes Among Married Couples in Dodoma.
No full textThis qualitative study explored married women’s perceptions of increasing marital conflicts in Dodoma, Tanzania, with a specific focus on the root causes, the influence of economic factors, and the coping and resolution mechanisms adopted by women. Guided by Feminist Standpoint Theory, the study employed in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with purposively selected participants to capture rich, contextualized narratives. The findings revealed that marital conflict is often driven by emotional neglect, poor communication, infidelity, and the pressures of gendered expectations. Economic factors—both financial hardship and women’s economic empowerment—emerged as critical triggers of conflict, often shaped by entrenched patriarchal norms. Coping strategies ranged from silence, prayer, and extended family mediation to professional counseling and economic self-reliance, though many were constrained by cultural expectations of endurance. The study concludes that marital conflict cannot be disentangled from structural gender inequalities and calls for gender-transformative interventions that promote women’s agency, equitable relationships, and culturally responsive support systems. These findings contribute to the broader discourse on gender, power, and marital dynamics in sub-Saharan Africa.
Keywords: Marital conflict, married women, gender norms, economic factors, coping strategies, Feminist Standpoint Theory, , social structures
Opportunities and Challenges on Continuing Professional Development for Teachers in Selected Public Secondary Schools in Lusaka Province, Zambia.
No full textAlthough substantial literature exists on Continuing Professional Development (CPD), limited research has examined how CPD policies are operationalized in developing countries, particularly within urban secondary school contexts. In Zambia, the 2019 Standards of Practice for the Teaching Profession (SPTPZ) and the Credit Point (CP) System provide a framework for teacher professional growth, yet little is known about teachers’ understanding of CPD and the practical challenges and opportunities it presents. This study investigated teachers’ perceptions and experiences of CPD in five purposively selected public secondary schools in Lusaka District, chosen for its urban complexity, diverse student populations, and proximity to policy institutions. A mixed-methods embedded design was employed, with qualitative methods as the dominant approach supported by quantitative data. Fifty teachers and two Ministry of Education policymakers participated. Data were collected through structured questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and documentary analysis. Quantitative data were analysed using SPSS Version 23 to identify trends, frequencies, and patterns, while qualitative data were subjected to thematic and content analysis. Findings indicate that teachers perceive CPD as both collaborative professional learning and a form of lifelong development. Key challenges included limited access to CPD activities, poor scheduling, inadequate funding, weak leadership, insufficient pre-service preparation, and restricted ICT resources. Opportunities encompassed national coordination mechanisms, CPD policies, tracking systems, diverse providers, teacher loan schemes, and the expansion of ICT infrastructure. Teacher experience, age, and school context were found to shape perceptions of CPD relevance and accessibility. The study highlights the need for a holistic approach to CPD that integrates policy, leadership, funding, teacher well-being, and technology. By linking empirical evidence with theoretical frameworks, including Constructivist Learning, Andragogy, Transformative Learning, and Communities of Practice, the research provides nuanced insights into the implementation of CPD in urban Zambian schools, revealing both enablers and barriers to effective professional development.
Keywords: Teachers, In-Service Teachers, Public Secondary Schools, and Continuing Professional Developmen