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Post-Election Violence in Africa: the impact of judicial independence
No full textSimati, Meshack. Post-Election Violence in Africa: The Impact of Judicial Independence. Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY: Routledge, 2020. African Governance.This book explores the effect of the judiciary on the incidence of post-election violence by political actors across Africa and within African countries. It examines how variation in judicial independence can constrain or incentivize election violence among democratizing states. Using case studies and cross-national analysis, the book shows that variation in levels of judicial independence from a non-independent judiciary to a quasi-independent judiciary or from a fully independent judiciary to quasi-independent judiciary increases the likelihood of strategic use of post-election violence by non-state actors. However, the likelihood of post-election violence is significantly reduced in non-independent judiciaries or once countries' judiciaries become fully independent. The author makes the theoretical argument that, within unconsolidated states, non-state actors that view the judiciary as semi-independent are more likely to engage in post-election violence with the purpose of creating political and professional uncertainty in order to influence assertive behaviour from judges in disputed elections. Consequently, the book argues that semi-independent judiciaries or judiciaries that are neither fully controlled by the incumbent nor fully independent from the incumbent can help explain post-election violence among unconsolidated states, all else being equal. This book will be of interest to scholars of election violence, democratic politics, law and politics and African politics.This title is available to CSUSM faculty, students, and staff after authentication. Please use the below link to access. https://csu-csusm.userservices.exlibrisgroup.com/view/action/uresolver.do?operation=resolveService&package_service_id=9048709830001672&institutionId=1672&customerId=1670PublishedSimati, Meshack. Post-Election Violence in Africa: The Impact of Judicial Independence. Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY: Routledge, 2020. African Governance.978100003585
Perceived benefits of participation in public electronic procurement: a comparative analysis of vendors in Ilala district, Tanzania
No full textResearch ArticlePublic electronic procurement (PEPS) is an emerging technology in public procurement for efficiency
and value assurance. Vendors’ participation has been un-avoidable for true realisation (benefits) of
PEPS; however, studies are still inconclusive regarding perceived benefits contributions on participation
for participants and non-participants vendors. This study therefore did a comparative analysis on
perceived benefits contributions for participants and non-participants vendors’ participation in PEPS.
The study adopted across-sectional research design and Ilala District was a study area. Simple random
sampling technique was used to select 300 respondents with 73 participants and 227non-participants
vendors. A purposive sampling technique used to select three key informants, each one from Public
Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA), Government Procurement Service Agency (GPSA) and
Medical Stores Department (MSD). The structured questionnaire and Key informant Interview guide
were used for collecting quantitative and qualitative data respectively. Quantitative data used multiple
response analysis and independent samples t-test for analysis while content analysis technique analysed
qualitative data. The Findings have revealed a significant difference (p< 0.05) between participants and
non-participants on perceived benefits (transparent, paper reduction, cost control and corruption
control). The study therefore concludes that, perceived benefits have contribution for vendors’
participation in PEPS. The study recommends to non-participants vendors to consider participating in
PEPS in order to gain significant perceived benefits. The study also to PPRA to make sure the PEPS offer
the perceived benefits for vendors’ participation. This can be done once the system stakeholders improve
impacting benefits knowledge to vendors, hence attracts more vendors to participate in PEPS
Perceived benefits of participation in public electronic procurement: a comparative analysis of vendors in Ilala district, Tanzania
No full textResearch ArticlePublic electronic procurement (PEPS) is an emerging technology in public procurement for efficiency
and value assurance. Vendors’ participation has been un-avoidable for true realisation (benefits) of
PEPS; however, studies are still inconclusive regarding perceived benefits contributions on participation
for participants and non-participants vendors. This study therefore did a comparative analysis on
perceived benefits contributions for participants and non-participants vendors’ participation in PEPS.
The study adopted across-sectional research design and Ilala District was a study area. Simple random
sampling technique was used to select 300 respondents with 73 participants and 227non-participants
vendors. A purposive sampling technique used to select three key informants, each one from Public
Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA), Government Procurement Service Agency (GPSA) and
Medical Stores Department (MSD). The structured questionnaire and Key informant Interview guide
were used for collecting quantitative and qualitative data respectively. Quantitative data used multiple
response analysis and independent samples t-test for analysis while content analysis technique analysed
qualitative data. The Findings have revealed a significant difference (p< 0.05) between participants and
non-participants on perceived benefits (transparent, paper reduction, cost control and corruption
control). The study therefore concludes that, perceived benefits have contribution for vendors’
participation in PEPS. The study recommends to non-participants vendors to consider participating in
PEPS in order to gain significant perceived benefits. The study also to PPRA to make sure the PEPS offer
the perceived benefits for vendors’ participation. This can be done once the system stakeholders improve
impacting benefits knowledge to vendors, hence attracts more vendors to participate in PEPS
Vendors’ Willingness Drivers for Participation in Public Electronic Procurement System, Ilala District, Tanzania
No full textBook ChapterVendors’ participation in public e-procurement system termed as a means for government to achieve her objectives on procurement operations. However, little is known about vendors’ willingness drives to participate in public e-procurement system. This paper investigates vendors’ willingness drivers for participation in public e-procurement system. The objective was to identify the drivers with influence on vendors’ willingness for participation in public electronic system. The study adopted a cross-sectional research design. The study was conducted in Ilala District due to concentrations for eligible vendors. The study randomly sampled 300 vendors eligible to participate in public e-procurement system. Public Procurement Regulatory Authority, Government Procurement Services Agency and Medical Stores Department were purposively selected to provide key informants. Quantitative data were collected using structured questionnaire and Key Informants Interview (KIIs) guide used for qualitative data. Quantitative data were analysed by multiple regression for vendors’ willingness drivers’ influence on public electronic procurement system participation. Qualitative data were analysed using content analysis by thematic approach. The study found significant at p < 0.05 on transparent, corruption practice, paper work and perceived usefulness as drivers for vendors’ willingness for participation in public e-procurement system. The study concludes that, vendors are willing to participate in public e-procurement system subjective to significant willingness’ drivers. The study therefore recommends that, the public e-procurement system’s stakeholders must improve on transparent and corruption free zone with awareness creation to attract more vendors to participate. The practical implication is that transparency and corruption free is crucial concern for vendors’ willingness drivers to participate in public electronic procurement system
Vendors’ Willingness Drivers for Participation in Public Electronic Procurement System, Ilala District, Tanzania
No full textProcurement of good governance as a strategic tool for achieving value for money in public construction projects
Full text linkPurpose – The study aims to explore the role of procurement of good governance (PGG) on value for money (VfM) achievement in public construction projects. By investigating various dimensions of PGG, including transparency, accountability, competition and integrity, this study provides insights into how these factors contribute to the successful achievement of VfM outcomes in public construction projects. Design/methodology/approach – The data were sourced from 203 construction project practitioners from 24 selected procuring entities in Tanzania using a census approach and a cross-sectional questionnaire survey. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modelling (SEM) were used for data analysis. Findings – The findings of the study revealed a positive and significant impact of various dimensions of PGG on VfM. Specifically, transparency, accountability, competition and integrity were positively and significantly related to VfM, with p-values <0.001. Based on the study findings, we conclude that PGG is an important predictor of VfM achievement in public construction projects. Practical implications – The study offers policy implications for streamlined PGG and VfM achievement in public construction projects. It is suggested that procuring entities can enhance VfM by enforcing compliance with the principles of PGG throughout the entirety of construction projects. In this case, streamlined legislative frameworks and control mechanisms are crucial components that could enhance PGG and the achievement of VfM. Originality/value – This study contributes to the academic literature on the strategic role of PGG in enhancing VfM achievement. This is one of the research domains, which has not been adequately researched, particularly in Tanzania’s context. In addition, the study provides valuable insights to policymakers, practitioners and stakeholders involved in public construction projects to improve project outcomes and resource allocation
Vendors’ Willingness Drivers for Participation in Public Electronic Procurement System, Ilala District, Tanzania
No full textBook ChapterVendors’ participation in public e-procurement system termed as a means for government to achieve her objectives on procurement operations. However, little is known about vendors’ willingness drives to participate in public e-procurement system. This paper investigates vendors’ willingness drivers for participation in public e-procurement system. The objective was to identify the drivers with influence on vendors’ willingness for participation in public electronic system. The study adopted a cross-sectional research design. The study was conducted in Ilala District due to concentrations for eligible vendors. The study randomly sampled 300 vendors eligible to participate in public e-procurement system. Public Procurement Regulatory Authority, Government Procurement Services Agency and Medical Stores Department were purposively selected to provide key informants. Quantitative data were collected using structured questionnaire and Key Informants Interview (KIIs) guide used for qualitative data. Quantitative data were analysed by multiple regression for vendors’ willingness drivers’ influence on public electronic procurement system participation. Qualitative data were analysed using content analysis by thematic approach. The study found significant at p < 0.05 on transparent, corruption practice, paper work and perceived usefulness as drivers for vendors’ willingness for participation in public e-procurement system. The study concludes that, vendors are willing to participate in public e-procurement system subjective to significant willingness’ drivers. The study therefore recommends that, the public e-procurement system’s stakeholders must improve on transparent and corruption free zone with awareness creation to attract more vendors to participate. The practical implication is that transparency and corruption free is crucial concern for vendors’ willingness drivers to participate in public electronic procurement system
A Quality Improvement Project of Music Program to Improve Social Functioning for Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease
No full textPurpose of the Project: Music programs are proven to work in the population with Alzheimer's and can help improve social function (Zhang et al., 2017). Despite findings, practice gap continues to affect the quality of music programs reducing overall benefits. The music program at the project site is not standardized and is provided to all patients, without clear goals, frequency, and methods to track & assess benefits. As a result, the program is not fully exploited, and benefits not ascertained. The purpose of this project is to review, track, assess, and standardize music program in a defined frequency, and goal to improve social function in three areas including relationship, communication and time spent between patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Methodology:Charts were drawn from Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and sampled using a convenient sampling to identify a sample size of 30 participants, 55 years and older, diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. A retrospective chart review was conducted to Identify areas of quality improvement in the administration and documentation of music, a plan was made, and music administered over a period of one month, following which a prospective chart review was done to ascertain improvement in social function. Results:pre-implementation social function total mean was 20.40 (SD =7.54) with spending time having a mean of 5.43 (SD =4.26), communication a mean of 10.23 (SD =2.96), and relationship a mean of 4.73 (SD =2.70). The post-implementation social function total mean was 20.59 (SD =7.10) with spending time having a mean of 5.93 (SD =3.80), communication a mean of 9.93 (SD =3.14), and relationship a mean of 4.72 (SD =2.55). The Z-score difference between pre and post implementation for spending time was -2.837, with a p value of .005; for communication was -1.414, with a p value of.157; for relationship was -1.000, with a p value of .317; and total social function Z score was -1.997, with a p value of .046. Implications for Practice: Improvement in spending of time increased social function and was mainly influenced by staff increased activity and participation in bringing out patients to the sessions and the encouragement of patients to attend recreational sessions; Staff activity in bringing patient out to socialize with others can improve overall socialization.D.N.P.Includes bibliographical referencesIncludes vit
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Post-Election Violence in Africa ::the impact of judicial independence /
No full textThis book explores the effect of the judiciary on the incidence of post-election violence by political actors across Africa and within African countries. It examines how variation in judicial independence can constrain or incentivize election violence among democratizing states. Using case studies and cross-national analysis, the book shows that variation in levels of judicial independence from a non-independent judiciary to a quasi-independent judiciary or from a fully independent judiciary to quasi-independent judiciary increases the likelihood of strategic use of post-election violence by non-state actors. However, the likelihood of post-election violence is significantly reduced in non-independent judiciaries or once countries' judiciaries become fully independent. The author makes the theoretical argument that, within unconsolidated states, non-state actors that view the judiciary as semi-independent are more likely to engage in post-election violence with the purpose of creating political and professional uncertainty in order to influence assertive behaviour from judges in disputed elections. Consequently, the book argues that semi-independent judiciaries or judiciaries that are neither fully controlled by the incumbent nor fully independent from the incumbent can help explain post-election violence among unconsolidated states, all else being equal. This book will be of interest to scholars of election violence, democratic politics, law and politics and African politics
Pricing-Supply Chain Issues of Staple Food Crops in Rural-Urban Tanzania
No full textThe current study explores the effect of supply chain issues (SCIs) on the market prices of staple food crops in rural-urban Tanzania using a cross-sectional questionnaire survey and simple random sampling. Data were sourced from 313 farmers and traders of staple food crops from five regions in rural and urban markets within Tanzania. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and marginal effect based on a binary logit model were used for data analysis. The results revealed that SCIs do not offer an equal and uniform effect on market prices of staple food crops. Specifically, deficient SC infrastructure, inflated farming costs, SC and logistics costs and an indirect distribution strategy demonstrated a significant positive effect on market prices of staple food crops. Conversely, intensive competition within agricultural SC and the bullwhip effect had a significantly negative influence. Towards stabilizing the market prices of staple food crops, the authors recommend centralizing market demand and supply information among farmers and traders, thereby eliminating the use of intermediaries by establishing and joining farmers’ associations and cooperative societies. Also, to make transportation and distribution of staple food crops easier and more cost-effective, local governments should take streamlined measures to improve road conditions, especially in rural areas where farming mostly takes place. While previous studies address the causes of fluctuation in market prices of agricultural products from climatic, economic and legal perspectives, this study contributes to a better understanding of the causes of variations in market prices of staple food crops from SC perspective in rural-urban Tanzania
