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Business ethics legal norms - a comparative study between Tanzania and Norway Research Report No.4 Bjerkas, Trygve; Kagirwa, John / Agder College Institute of Development Management [ Full text ] Composite development goal for the Tanzania development vision 2025 Tanzania United Republic / Planning Commission , 2000 [ Full text ] Creating a development dynamic: final report of the digital opportunity initiative The digital Opportunity Initiative (DOI) , 2001 Abstract : The DOI report examines the experiences in the deployment of ICT to meet specific development imperatives as well as national ICT strategies in countries ranging from Tanzania, Estonia, India, and Bangladesh to Costa Rica and South Africa. It acknowledges that although, there is no 'one size fits all' approach, the experience of successful developing countries points to the need to avoid over-ambitious top-down approaches and stresses the virtues of multi- stakeholder involvement. A key finding is that when strategically deployed, ICT can trigger a "development dynamic", one that gains momentum as targeted steps are taken in such key areas such as policy, infrastructure, human capacity, entrepreneurship, and development of locally relevant content and applications. [ Full text ] From Lome IV to Cotonou Owino, K. / Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) , 2000 Abstract : Looks at the options open to Kenya after the withdrawal of Lome privileges. They are: -regional partnerships, particularly with Tanzania and Uganda who retain Lome preferences -a bilateral trade arrangement with the EU, the worst option for Kenya particularly the manufacturing industry -to seek benefits from the EU under a generalised system of preferences (GSP) however this would not be specific to Kenya and could see Kenya's competitive position deteriorate Kenya must address the supply side constraints that have hindered the development of manufacturing ability which will be essential in the post-Lome era. To take advantage of all opportunities in the transition out of Lome Kenya must: -rehabilitate and expand infrastructure -increase private sector involvement in consultations and negotiations with the EU -improve ethical considerations in trade and manufacturing develop diplomatic astuteness and greater understanding of national interests in negotiation situations -support the steering committee that will guide the country through the transition period -deregulate industries, not least to comply with the WTO regime [ Full text ] Gender in the World Bank's poverty assessments: six case studies from Sub-Saharan Africa Whitehead, A Lockwood, M / United Nations (UN) Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD) , 1999 Abstract : Looks at six Poverty Asssesments (PAs) conducted by World Bank teams and the way in which gender issues are treated in them (in Ghana, Zambia, Tanzania and Uganda). This paper trys to identify the analytical frameworks behind these reports, the data sources used (both quantitative and qualitative/participatory), and the strength of the resulting policy analysis Concludes that: the accumulating evidence in the gender and development literature-namely that men and women experience poverty differently-has had little influence on these six case studies the PAs lack any substantial appreciation of the issues raised by the study of gender and poverty in Africa over the last two decades there is a contrast between approaches that treat poverty statically, as an analysis of categories and characteristics, with those adopting a dynamic analysis of poverty, seeing it as the relational processes of impoverishment or accumulation. The link between gender and poverty lies at the level of process, and social and economic relations it is impossible to integrate gender into an understanding of poverty unless the reading of evidence, analysis and policy are all based on these relational processes of impoverishment or accumulation. [ Full text ] Good practices in environmental management: Moving from trade-off to win-win situations in Tanzania Research report No.15 Aasland, Dag G.; Nkaya, Estomih / Agder College Kristiansand Institute of Development Management Mzube [ Full text ] Management of local government in Tanzania: some historical insights and trends Warioba, Moses M.D / Institute of Development Management Mzumbe [ Full text ] Obstacles to quality of care in family planning and reproductive health services in Tanzania Working paper 98-02 Richey, Lisa / Measure Evaluation , 1998 Abstract : This paper presents case study data from family planning clinics in Tanzanian which suggest that obstacles in three realms -- supply, interpersonal relations, and policy/program -- may interfere with the provision of good quality of care for clients. By examining these obstacles carefully, this paper builds on our current understanding of quality of care, suggesting that the way quality of care studies are operationalized and interpreted may be improved. In addition, this study identifies areas needing improvement in a given family planning program. [ Full text ] Performance of Maize under Micro-Catchment rainwater harvesting in western Pare Lowlands and Morogoro, Tanzania Tanzania Journal of Agriculture Science Vol.2 No.2 1999 Hatibu, N.; Gowing, J.W; Mzirai, O.B; Mahoo, H.F / Sokoine University of Agriculture , 1999 Abstract : Micro-catchments Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) has been defined as a method of collecting run-off from a Catchments Area (CA) over short distance not exceeding 100m and supplying it to an adjacent Cultivated Basin (CB). It is a system that is designed to concentrate rainwater so as to utilize it more effectively in areas where the seasonal rainfall amounts are frequently lower than crop water requirements. The Catchments to Basin Area Ratio (CBAR) is an important parameter in the design of micro-catchments systems. It usually varies between 1:1 and 10:1. However, methods for deciding the optimum level of CBRA for different farming systems are not available. The purpose of the experiment reported here was to evaluate the CBAR for maize production in semi-arid areas of Tanzania. The experiments were run between 1992 and 1995 in semi-arid area of Morogoro and Mwanga Districts of Tanzania, to assess the performance of maize grown in micro-catchments systems. Which CBAR varying from 0:1 to 4:1. maize var. TMVI was grown in Mwanga District while maize var. staha was used as a test crop in Morogoro District. Grain was harvested in five out of six experimental seasons in Mwanga (masika 1993, 1994 and 1995 and Vuli 1994/1995 and 1995/1996. In Morogoro grain harvest was obtained only in two seasons (Masika 1993 and 1994) out of four. The results showed that micro-catchments RWH farming is feasible during Vuli. The yield benefits due to RWH were found to be 10-125% and significant at p=0.05. the benefits during Masika were found to be very low at only 12-17%and not significant at p = 0.05. [ Full text ] Poverty reduction, sustainability and learning: an evaluability assessment of seven area development projects Anders Rudqvist Ian Christoplos Anna Liljelund / Sida , 2000 Abstract : The project sample reviewed in this study (Rural Employment Sector Programme, RESP, Phase III, Bangladesh; UNICEF Social Development Programme, Bolivia; Amhara National Regional State, Ethiopia; Cambodia Area and Regeneration Project, CARERE2, through UNDP; Local Land Management of Natural Resources, LAMP, Tanzania; Rural Water, Health and Sanitation Programme, HESAWA, Tanzania; Mountain Rural Development Programme, MRDP, Vietnam) is a mix of new projects and older projects in new phases, representing both the project generations. The new generation of area development projects represents, in varying degree, different area development characteristics. Some cover selected districts and villages in relatively vast geographical areas and are paired to a major emphasis on governmental capacity building at national or regional levels. These programmes effectively function as hybrids, combining broad sectoral and multi-sectoral institutional support with area development components. The following issues should be reviewed for the sample projects: poverty reduction objectives, targeting, expected and likely poverty reduction impacts, monitoring and learning mechanisms, existing project information, need for and feasibility of further data collection, attribution problems, key sustainability issues, project sample. The purpose of this report is to provide Sida/UTV with a preliminary evaluability assessment for an informed decision concerning the design, timing and implementation of a proposed study of the poverty reduction impact, sustainability and learning capacity of a selection of Sida-supported area development projects. [ Full text ] Profitability impact of working capital investment decisions a case study on Tanzanian manufacturing firms Kasilo, L [ Full text ] Progress report on poverty reduction strategy paper (PRSPs) IMF Debt Initiative for the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) , 2000 Abstract : Describes developments in the PRSP programme, including Interim PRSPs (I-PRSPs) Issues raised by recipient countries have included: growth and macroeconomic stability are critical for poverty reduction, but cannot be considered as ends in themselves poverty reduction strategies need to be comprehensive in nature, and are not simply about social programs explicit links need to be made between public policy and poverty reduction, between poverty reduction strategies and the macroeconomic framework, and between the latter and sectoral programs strategies should address the composition and efficiency of public expenditure, should deal with the issue of cost recovery, and should put special emphasis on job creation and questions of more equitable income distribution Capacity: capacity to prepare PRSPs, including the need for technically sound poverty diagnostics and for donor support with PRSP formulation and implementation (but without undermining country ownership) Participation: the nature and extent of the participatory process and specifically how best to consult with the poor: the need to put PRSP-based participatory processes appropriately in the context of national political processes, and to avoid undermining political legitimacy or letting powerful interest groups dominate the process; and the need to develop effective feedback and monitoring systems. ownership: countries have noted the potential tension between the time needed to build country ownership on the one hand and the requirement for timely PRSP preparation on the other Donor relations: the need for donors to realign their own policies to match national PRSP agendas [ Full text ] Public-private sector partnership and institutonal framework at local level: the case of solid waste management in the city of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Local government research programme: Research report no. 17 Nkya, Estomih J. / Agder University College Institute of Development Management Abstract : Public-private partnership (PPP) is increasingly being promoted in Tanzania, and a central thesis of this report is that the institutional framework of the given local authority determines the nature and character of the formation and operational performance of a partnership. The study is focused on the partnership established in the area of solid waste management in the city of Dar es Salaam, and more specifically on the incentives, constraints and transaction costs that affect the garbage collection and disposal in the city. The study indicates that there has been some improvement in the performance, but that the partnership would benefit from changes in by-laws, contractual arrangements, enforcement and public awareness. [ Full text ] The relationship between Non-Governmental Organisations and local government authorities in Tanzania A case study of Morogoro and Babati district councils Mpamila, Madale M. / Institute of Development Management Agder University College [ Full text ] Report on stakeholders forum on poverty and environment Mkuku, M.L / Vice President's Office , 2001 [ Full text ] Review of rainwater harvesting techniques and evidence for their use in Semi-Arid Tanzania Tanzania Journal of Agriculture Science Vol.2 No.2 1999 Gowing, J.W; Mahoo, H.F; Mzirai, O.B; Hatibu, N / Tanzania Journal of Agriculture Science , 1999 Abstract : Rainwear harvesting (RWH) should be regarded as continuum techniques that link in situ soil water conservation at one extreme to conventional irrigation at the other. In situ RWH, comprises a group of techniques for preventing runoff and promoting infiltration.. micro catchments RWH comprises a group of techniques for collecting overland flow (sheet or rill) from a catchments area and delivering to a cropped area in order to supplement the inadequate direct rainfall. The transfer normally occurs over a relatively short distance entirely within the land holding of an individual farmer and the system I therefore sometimes known a an internal catchments macro-catchments RWH comprises a group of techniques in which natural runoff is collected from a relatively large area and transferred over a longer distance. Example of each of these categories of RWH exist in parts of Tanzania., but their potential is largely neglected by research and to which the different rainwater harvesting systems, are used in Tanzania. The findings show that there is a widespread practice of rainwater harvesting in Tanzania. Rainwater harvesting with storage of water for livestock has received government support in the past. However, many storage reservoirs have been destroyed by situation. On the other hand rainwater harvesting fro crop production has not received and adequate support from research and extension services. Therefore, although farmers are practicing rainwater harvesting, they are faced with shortage of appropriate technologies and knowledge. [ Full text ] The role of nutrition in the clinical management of HIV infection/AIDS Paper presented at the national seminar on the clinical management of HIV infection/AIDS TEC conference centre Dar es Salaam Ndossi, G.D / Tanzania Food and Nutrition Centre , 2000 [ Full text ] Rural development strategies in Tanzania: the case of RUDEP Rukwa integrated rural development programme Research report No.3 Shio, Leonard;Mpamila, Smukkestad, Oddvar; Mrina, Bonaventura / Agder College Kristiansand Institute of Development Management Mzumbe [ Full text ] Seed fairs and the case of Marambo village, Nachingwea District, Tanzania: implications of local informal seed supply and variety Nathaniels, N.Q.R Mwijage, A / Agricultural Research and Extension Network (AgREN) , 2000 Abstract : Report assessing the indigenous systems of seed flow and variety development (especially seed fairs), and public agricultural development organisation perceptions of it. Outcomes and conclusions: indications of the existence of a dynamic informal culture of seed procurement, testing, and exchange among smallholder farmers in south east Tanzania farmers attended the seed fairs, the wide range of varieties of many crop types presented by farmers and their evident knowledge helped counter the prejudice among local public agency officials who regard smallholders as passive, conservative and non-innovative the seed fairs described in this report offer a method of generating contact between the formal seed/variety sector (in south east Tanzania predominantly the public sector research and extension system), and the informal sector of producers and farmers. Seed fairs form one of several ways in which scientists in Tanzania have responded to the opportunities and requirements of greater participation by farmers in agricultural research under the new agricultural development policy [ Full text ] Towards sustainable environment in Tanzania Njau, Gregory J.; Mugurusi Eric K , 1995 [ Full text ] The value of technical education A cost benefit analysis of technical education and other subjects of education in Tanzania Werf, Rob van der , 2000 [ Full text ] Vocational training for refugees: a case study for Tanzania Paper prepared for presentation at a UNHCR workshop on refugee Education in Developing Countries: Policy and Practice Lyby, Erik / UNHCR , 2001 Abstract : Report concerns the evaluation of ongoing skills training programmes for the 10,000 young Burundian refugees entering adulthood each year in the refugee camps, with a view to expanding them into a wider programme based in the refugee camps. The proposed training programme would be based on the concept of education for repatriation, with the aim of extending skills that will be of use on return to Burundi. The evaluation used qualitative interviews with key informants, supplemented by a questionnaire survey. It is assumed here that large-scale repatriation will only occur in the medium or longer term, and that an expanded skills training programme is therefore relevant and necessary. The programme takes as its point of departure the fact that there are both economic and social objectives that are valid but not easy to accommodate within a single vocational training programme. It is therefore proposed that the programme consist of two main parts: vocational training, aimed at the provision of skills for (self) - employment - the economic objective non-vocational activities, aiming to occupy youths not interested in vocational skills training with positive activities for body and mind the social objective [ Full text ] Women and the labour market in Tanzania impacts on gendered lives A pilot project within the gender research cluster: Research report no. 22 Mahigi, Bella; Mbughuni, Anne; Ryen, Anne; Marie stokken, Anne / Institure of Development Management Mzube Agder University College Abstract : The report focuses on the present changes at the Tanzanian labor market after implementation of the Structural Adjustment Programms. In particular, focus is directed towards the impact on women of the retrenchment processes that are implemented as part of the Civil Service Reform. The fieldwork was conducted in Kibaha and Morogoro and consists of qualitative interviews with retrenched women and with managers in the two local governments referred. The data points to general effects of retrenchment to women in general, but also to the need to differentiate between women. The data also highlights special issues regarding local government. As a conclusion the study invites to more research on gender roles, women's economic activities and to social implications of this present political and economic context. Within The Gender Cluster priority is given to research with a gender perspective. [ Full text ] Women of the world: laws and policies affecting their reproductive lives The Center for Reproductive Law and Policy (CRLP) , 2001 Abstract : This document is the product of a unique series of collaborative reports between the U.S.-based Center for Reproductive Law and Policy and national-level NGOs around the world. CRLP and NGOs in have surveyed laws and policies in Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe with respect to the following issues: governmental health and population policies with an emphasis on general issues relating to women's status laws and policies regarding contraception, abortion, sterilization, FGM, HIV/AIDS, and other sexually-transmitted diseases women's status as it relates to: marriage (including divorce and custody), property rights, labor rights, credit, education, and the right to physical integrity reproductive health and rights of adolescents, including segments on female genital mutilation, marriage, sex education, and sexual offenses against minors customary and religious laws regarding women's status [ Full text ] Youth health and development in Tanzania A situational analysis: Monograph 2 Leshabari, M.T; Kaaya, S.F / University of Dar es Saalam , 1996 [ Full text ] HOW TO RECEIVE DOCUMENTS BY EMAIL If you have limited or no access to the Internet, you may request for email service by registering at the home page or you may send an email to the address below. 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