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Accessibility of infrastructure for students with disabilities on performance and psychology in government secondary schools: a case study of Ilala municipality
(The University of Dodoma, 2017) Bakari, Mohamed Mohamed
This study aimed at assessing the state of accessibility of infrastructures for students with disabilities and how they influence academic performance and psychological responses in government secondary schools. Ilala Municipality being a case study. It was conducted in Benjamin William Mkapa High School, Jangwani and Pugu Secondary Schools in July-August 2017. The study applied both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection, presentation and analysis. Questionnaires, interviews, focus group discussion, participant observation and internet review were preferred. Sampling methods were purposive (quota sampling) for study areas, and interviewee selection. Sample size was obtained by using a research sample size calculator for questionnaire respondents and reaching saturation point for interview respondents. Results have shown that, there is inadequate infrastructures for students with disabilities and those available are not in immaculate condition. Furthermore lack of adequate and quality infrastructures had contributed to bad academic performance to students with disabilities. Bad conditioned and inadequate infrastructural facilities directly contributed to negative psychological responses. From the study findings, it is suggested that Government should rethink on building design that could accommodate the needs of students with disabilities, instead of adopting special education system in schools that were not primarily constructed for students with disabilities the government should at least build one special needs secondary school in every region or zones, it should also provide enough special education personnel and capacity building, teachers seminars on teacher-student relationship and follow up should be a must thing, schools system should take direct measures on infrastructural related things that could smoothen learning environment, health and psychology that are within their range.
Adolescent sexual reproductive health education among secondary school students in Zanzibar: A case of urban west region
(The University of Dodoma, 2017) Bukheti, Hasina Salim
Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health Education is a matter of concern for developed and developing countries due to the fact that most of adolescents suffered from Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) complications and problems including; teenage pregnancies, Sexual Transmitted Infection (STI’s) including HIV/AIDS, early marriages and unsafe abortion, immoral sex including; homosexuality, sexual violence and unsafe sex are common practices among Zanzibar students. Accordingly, the objectives of the study were to explore students’ knowledge on adolescent sexual reproductive health education, analyze adolescent sexual reproductive health education contents, examine students’ and social perceptions on adolescent sexual reproductive health education and lastly, to identify students’ attitudes towards healthy sexual behaviors. The qualitative methods of data collection and presentation such as focus group discussion and in depth interview were applied. The findings portray that there is inadequate knowledge of reproductive health education among students and teachers. Besides, the findings confirm that students’ Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health Education (ASRHE) depends on teacher’s knowledge on ASRHE. The content of ASRHE is not well known to teachers and students, most of them confused ASRHE and Life Planning Skills topics. Perception on ASRHE is still debatable among Zanzibar societies. Parents and teachers are still doubting and not aware of what comprised in ASRHE and the approaches used if they are relevant to their norms and values. Attitudes of the students towards healthy sexual behavior are not stable because changing a certain behavior depends on mass of knowledge students have and strategies on how to quit unhealthy sexual behaviour and adopting healthy sexual behaviour. Eventually, the study recommends that the Ministry of Education and Vocational Training and other stakeholders, to offer ASRHE trainings to teachers, students, madras that guarantee availability of skilled facilitators with ability in behavior change. Furthermore, it is essential sensitize parents and society in order to improve cooperation between teachers and parents progressing students healthy sexual behaviours.
Agriculture and wildlife conservation Udzungwa-Selous corridor: a case study of Kilombero District, Morogoro
(The University of Dodoma, 2017) Mtega, Betty
This study sought to investigate Agriculture and Wildlife conservation was carried out in Mkula Ward-Kilombero District. It involved four villages namely, Katurukila, Mkula, Sole and Sonjo. The study comprised of one hundred (100) respondents were simple random and purposive sampling techniques were used those respondents from a total population of 408,880 in the study area. The study used interviews and questionnaires for data collection exercise where this data were using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) for analysis. Findings the study revealed that agriculture contributes to loss of biodiversity and furnishing of protected areas in Udzungwa-Selous corridor since the majority of villagers of Mkula ward were paddy, sugarcane and maize growers were using the land for other activities apart from agriculture such as construction, settlement and investment. However, some of these activities were of significance for income generation, food generation to sustain their livelihood. Law and by-laws and policies were established to control human-wildlife conflict. However, there were some challenges since these laws were less implemented. Also, the policies were conflicting and also there were no corridor regulations pertaining to Wildlife Conservation Act (WCA) No. 12, 2009. This situation contributed to the destruction of nature reserves due to misuse and over-exploitation hence rapidly diminishing and furnishing of the protected area. The study recommends that in order to create a mutual relationship between agriculture and solve the human-wildlife conflict in Udzungwa-Selous corridor; there should be focused and well-designed strategies to fight against human-wildlife conflict as well as the destruction of natural resources to enhance the relationship between agriculture and wildlife conservation in the study area for sustainable development. This should be achieved through by increasing security, community participation and environmental education to all parties concerned.
Analysis of factors contributing to employee engagement on performance of an organization: a case study of Dodoma municipal council
(The University of Dodoma, 2016) Godfrey, Angela
The main purpose of the study was to analyse factors which contribute to employees engagement in organisation performance, due to the fact that, despite the efforts to engage employee, still employee engagement remains one of the greatest challenge facing many organizations in Tanzania. A case study research design was adopted, the population of study consisted of employee from the department of health, education and human resource. Simple random sampling and purposive sampling methods were used in this study. A Sample size of 130 respondents was selected through simple random sampling and purposive sampling. Data were collected through questionnaires, interviews and observation methods. Data analysis was done by using Software Package for Statistical Science (SPSS) version 20. The study findings revealed that remuneration and benefit to a large extent seemed to be a major contributor of employee engagement, followed by other factors. Conversely, factors like unsatisfactory regular meeting, inadequate feedback, insufficient of social events, uninformed organisation objectives and insufficient employee involvement, were revealed to contribute in employee disengagement as it was found to be the need of employees and at the same time these dimensions were not well practiced by the council. The study offers significant recommendations to government, public and private sector on how to promote employees engagement in their organisations, Also employees have been advised to develop themselves without waiting for the organisation to administer a formal learning opportunity.
An analysis of illegal migrants impact on land resources: a case study of Mtwara region, Tanzania
(The University of Dodoma, 2013) Likapite, Joseph H.
This scientific task was conducted in Mtwara Region, with the intent of determining illegal migrants‘ impact on land resources since Tanzania is increasingly and incessantly in receipt of migrants from bordering countries and beyond. Some outsiders unceasingly come in quest of impermanent stay whereas others have advanced lastingly. Even though some have done so in accord with related laws, others have penetrated and inhabited the country without observing the apt legal prerequisites. A model of 180 respondents was used and these were by chance obtained from Southern region of Tanzania. The methods used in data collection are interviews, questionnaire, documentary review and focus group discussion. Statistical Package for Social Sciences Version 16 and Analytical tools used were Likert Scale Weighting In this study the theories pertaining to Land Resources were cross tabulated to produce percentage and frequencies of the respondents on performance variable which makes acquainted the reader with paradigms, frameworks and approaches in the field of land resources. The study finds that there was absolutely a total understanding on illegal immigrants in Tanzania but the authorities are horribly rotten and irresponsible and the governmental institutions are profoundly corrupt. The land as fundamentally significant natural resources for the future generation is invaded and grabbed by immigrants without any reaction and legal measures on behalf of Tanzania Government. This situation is also perpendicular to lack of funds and political compliance which contributes to the poor technology, inadequate number of workers and insufficient working equipment. The study also unveils that there is a pathetic safety determination in the country borders, corruption and many absorbent ways which pilot to the invasion of illegal migrants in the Southern Region of Tanzania, Mtwara in particular. The study recommends that so as to guarantee the competence and adequacy in protecting the land resources as rare natural resources from being grabbed by illegal foreigners, thus, there is a need to better the pledge of the authorities more than ever and the government agencies and the inhabitants must vigorously be vigilant on this socio-economical calamity and national disaster for the future generation or children.
Analysis of the challenges and prospects of the implementation of open performance review and appraisal system (OPRAS) in local government authorities: a case of Handeni district council
(The University of Dodoma, 2012) Nyello, Adellah O.
This study aimed to analyse the challenges and prospects of the implementation of Open Performance Review and Appraisal system in Handeni District Council. The specific objectives were to determine the level of awareness of OPRAS among employees, to assess the extent to which the council implements OPRAS, to investigate the challenges of the implementation of OPRAS and to determine the some ways to improve the implementation of OPRAS at Handeni District Council. Cross-sectional survey design was employed to undertake the research. The sample of 100 employees as respondents was being selected randomly. Data were collected using interview and documentary review and SPSS version 16 was used in the course of data analysis. The findings revealed that, more than 70% of employees were not aware of OPRAS; this was due to inadequate training to the employees on the tool, poor prioritization, lack of commitment and seriousness of the management on the importance of the tool, poor communication between supervisors and their subordinates, and lack of realistic plan and employees‟ participation. Despite the good intention of the Government to introduce OPRAS to LGAs yet the implementation of the system has been slow and in some cases unsuccessful. The study recommended that, the council should make sure that OPRAS is adapted by employees and the assessment process is carried out accordingly. The central government should ensure the availability of adequate human and financial resources to be able to achieve the intended objectives. Awareness creation is also very important in conscientizing the people to demand service and accountability. This could be achieved if the government and other nongovernmental organizations and other interested groups mout campaign to educate people on the right to access public services in specified time-frame as well as their entitlement to a quality and timeliness service.
Analysis of the dimensions of conflicts between pastoralists and smallholder crop farmers in Mvomero district in Tanzania
(The University of Dodoma, 2017) Mwakimvule, Jane
This research report analyzed the Dimensions of conflicts between farmers and herders in Mvomero district which is found in Morogoro region in Tanzania. The study was extended into exploring the root causes of the conflict, its impact and the effectiveness of the strategies that are used to curb out the conflict in the district. Data were collected from ten villages sampled from four wards in the district. Data were obtained through qualitative procedures, i.e. focus group discussion, face-to-face interviews and observation. A total of 100 informants were sampled using both purposive and random sampling techniques to provide the information needed for the study. The study found that the conflict between farmers and herders still exists in the district. for example, there are still verbal fights and ridicules between the two groups. The conflict between the two groups is fueled by ethnic discriminations, corruption, political interests and lack of awareness among others. The conflict has left consequential effects, including death, destruction of property, killing of animals, socials and psychological effects. The strategies that are used by the government to address the conflict are not effective since the conflict still continues, it was found that the government uses threats, meets some few people instead of the whole population to reconcile; above all, the Government has not been taking precautions to prevent the conflict, rather it makes interventions after the outbreak of the conflict. With these findings, it is concluded that the conflict in Mvomero still exists and the strategies to address it are not yet found. It is, therefore, recommended in this study that the Government should make early interventions to prevent the conflict rather than making post interventions to address the conflict.
An analysis of the impact of media on youth aggressive behaviours in Tanzania, a case study of Temeke municipal council in Dar es salaam
(The University of Dodoma, 2012) Sengati, Aisha J.
The study has analyzed the impact of media on youth aggressive behaviours in Tanzania, a case study of Temeke district in Dar es salaam. It focuses on the extent of aggressive behaviours on youth in Tanzania by watching TV, the trend of changing behaviours of the youth by watching TV and the possible ways that can be used to solve the problem. The study used a sample size of ninety people selected on the basis of scientific formula, and the responses saturation points‟ considerations. Data was collected using interviews, questionnaire survey, and documentary review. Quantitative data was analyzed by using SPSS version 16.0 while qualitative data was analyzed through the description methods. The findings show that, seventy percent of the youth spent most of their times (3 to 5 hours) on watching TV. Apart from watching TV, seventy six percent of youth spent the same time participating in sports and exchanging views with friends. Investigating on the TV trends, the findings show that ninety two percent of the Televisions in our country aired the entertainment programmes such as music, soap opera, series and films as well as action movies. Further scrutiny unravels that such programmes have a direct implication on the behavior of youth in the region as underscored by hundred percent of respondents. In view of such findings a few recommendation are put forth to help improve and mitigate the problems: The organ that deals with media Tanzania Communication Regulatory Authority (TCRA) in Tanzania should revisit the policy guiding media programmes such that a more ethical and tradition nurturing programmes be allowed, the destructive ones have to be prohibited in our country. On the other hand children should engage in physical activities during the evenings, they should also go to open spaces to play with friends or spend time reading some educative books/novels thus limit the amount of viewing such destructive programmes.
An analysis of the trends and extent of conflicts between pastoralist and smallholder crop farmers in Kiteto district in Tanzania
(The University of Dodoma, 2016) Fredrick, Labby
This research report describes the extent of the conflict between farmers and herders in Kiteto District which is found in Manyara District in Tanzania; the study is extended into exploring the root causes of the conflict, its impact and the effectiveness of the strategies that are used to curb out the conflict in the District. Data were collected from ten villages sampled from four wards in the District. Data were obtained through qualitative procedures, i.e. focus group discussion, face-to-face interviews and observation. A total of one hundred (100) informants were sampled using both purposive and random sampling techniques to provide the information needed for the study. The study found that the conflict between farmer and herders still exists in the District though in the outward it is seen that the conflict is ended; for example, there are still verbal fights and ridicules between the two groups. The conflict between the two groups is fueled by ethnic discriminations, corruption, political interests and lack of awareness among others. The conflict left consequential effects, including death, destruction of property, killing of animals, socials and psychological effects. The strategies that are used by the government to address the conflict are not effective since the conflict still continues, it was found that the government uses threats, meets some few people instead of the whole population to reconcile; above all, the Government has not been taking precautions to prevent the conflict, rather it makes interventions after the outbreak of the conflict. With these findings, it is concluded that the conflict in Kiteto still exists and the strategies to address it are not yet found. It is, therefore, recommended in this study that the Government should make early interventions to prevent the conflict rather than making post interventions to address the conflict
Analysis of written language on vehicles in Tanzania: a case of Daladala sayings in Mwanza region
(The University of Dodoma, 2017) Mbalizi, Emmanuel
This study is a result of an investigation done in order to do an analysis of written language on vehicles in Tanzania, particularly daladala sayings in Mwanza region. The force behind conducting this study is different attitudes among people in the society towards car inscriptions/slogan. The study employed descriptive research design where data was collected through observation, interview and Focus Group Discusion (FGD). Informants were obtained through simple random sampling technique in sampling exercise. The study was guided by two objectives which are: identification of meaning and theme of daladala sayings and assessing people‟s awareness on the impact of messages delivered by daladala sayings to their societal development. The theoretical and empirical literature were surveyed in order to have a clue of what others have found in relation to the study. Data was analysed by Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) Theory which views language as social practice, meaning that social practices mediated through language and language is used as a form of social action. The analysis employed all three models of the theory which are interpretation, description and explanation. The findings of the study have indicated that the themes of car inscription cut across all spheres of human life which are economic, social, cultural, religion, health, historical and political. The study provides two kinds of recommendations which are recommendation for action and recommendations for further study.
Application of capacity building approach for socio-economic development: a case of Morogoro municipality
(The University of Dodoma, 2012) Amsabi, Jeremiah
The study examined the application of capacity building approach for socio-economic development in Morogoro municipality. The study focused on identifying the forms of capacities built up by development stakeholders, the contribution of capacity building approach in socio economic development and to understand the impediments of capacity building. The study employed a total number of 40 sample size. Primary data and secondary data were used in this study. Data were collected using interviews, questionnaire, observation and documentary review. Quantitative data were analyzed by using SPSS while qualitative data were analyzed through content analysis. The study found that there were different types of training programmes conducted by AICAD for the benefit of the needy in those areas of activities such as cultivation, entrepreneurship, livestock keeping and vocational training (agri products value addition, storage, packaging). These kinds of training programmes have been of immense impacts on trainees to develop skills required for improvement in their area of activities. The beneficiaries of trainings were able to acquire different skills for economic development. It was also found that there are some impediments in making use of the skills acquired by the trainees. Development stakeholders including NGOs should make sure that people are involved fully and participating in various capacity building programmes which in turn may help the trainees to have sustainable development programmes to reduce poverty particularly at family level and in general at national level.
Applying genetic algorithms and heuristic search to automate course timetabling for The University of Dodoma
(The University of Dodoma, 2014) Baltazary, Melchiory Tarimo
In this study, a Genetic Algorithm approach coupled with an internal Heuristic Search strategy is applied to attempt automation of course-teaching timetable generation for the University of Dodoma while trying to make the solution as general as possible. In designing the algorithm, course timetabling constraints of the institution are identified and a general encoding scheme is used to represent the problem. Then, a Genetic Algorithm is designed and implemented with a two-point crossover and mutation operators. A value based fitness function and linear ranking selection is used in the algorithm to evolve candidate schedules into a feasible one. To guide the Genetic Algorithm towards obtaining better individuals in the solution population, an internal Heuristic Search strategy is used during mutation that increases the chance of admissibility of the resulting offspring. A test run of the application that resulted from this study using timetabling data from three colleges of the University of Dodoma showed promising results when compared to the semi-automated Celcat system in-use at the university. The application generated a feasible schedule in a few hours as compared to weeks spent when using Celcat. Also, the number of collisions reported on the Celcat output was dramatically reduced on the output of the developed tool. The model developed though suffers from inability to ensure satisfiability of all soft timetabling constraints. Since such constraints are not critical, all generated schedules from the run tests were considered admissible.
An appraisal of parliamentary diplomacy in a contemporary scenario: the case of Tanzania
(The University of Dodoma, 2012) Mwandumbya, Owen D.
The overall objective of this study was to make a critical appraisal of Parliamentary Diplomacy in the contemporary scenario focusing on Tanzania. In the assessment, the following independent variables namely: practices of parliamentarians and representation in international fora, degree of parliamentarians involvement in relevant international fora, usefulness and dissemination of information from those fora were taken into consideration. Parliamentary diplomacy was considered as dependent variable. The data collection methods comprised structured questionnaires that contained open and closed questions, Interviews, documentary sources and observation method. Units of inquiry were the Honorable Speaker; the Clerk of the National Assembly, 12 members selected from Chairpersons and Deputies chairpersons of the 16 Parliamentary Standing Committees, 20 Members of Parliament who are members of the Foreign Affairs defense and security committee, whereby a total of 40 respondents was drawn from the sampling frame. The purposive and random sampling techniques were employed in this study to sample out the required respondents. The data analysis involved the use of numbers, tabulation and percentages. The study revealed that parliamentary diplomacy is very important as it adds value on the institutional mandate of Parliament which essentially is representation moreover it compliments government international diplomacy and issues of good governance together with many other positive elements. However the question is how should it be placed within the framework of more formal diplomatic channels and practices. The study recommends that enough resources be provided to the Tanzania parliament so that it effectively participates in the international fora and therefore avoid weaknesses of parliamentary diplomacy when it comes to the question of resources.
Assessing challenges facing Dodoma municipality residents in supplying water services the case of Kizota and Chamwino wards.
(The University of Dodoma, 2012) Kaswamila, Amon
This study aimed at assesses the Challenges facing Dodoma Municipality in supplying water services in Dodoma Municipality was carried out in Kizota and Chamwino Wards. Specifically the study focused on identifying issues and problem related to accessibility in water supply; explore the institutions intervention to address the problem of water supply. Data were collected using different methods namely questionnaire surveys, interviews and Focus Group Discussions. A total of 96 respondents from different streets and institutions were involved in the study. Data were analyzed through the use of SPSS and other qualitative methods such as memoing. Results from the field indicate that DUWASA who is the main water service provider faces a number of challenges such as financial limitations, ineffective water committees at Ward level and low involvement of local communities in water projects. In order to improve water supply in the Municipality the study recommend, to arranging and implementing Programmes for integrated watershed and groundwater management, Making measures to improve the efficiency of water use to reduce losses and to increase recycling of water in way that gives priority to the satisfactions of basic human needs while preserving ecosystem and their functions, Diffusion of technology and capacity building for non conventional water resource and conservation technologies to regions facing water problems.
Assessing Kibena (G 63) endangerment basing on intergenerational language transmission parameter
(The University of Dodoma, 2014) Mgimba, Felician Boniface
This work aimed at assessing Kibena endangerment basing on intergenerational language transmission parameter. The researcher worked on three objectives which were; domains of its use, the role of intermarriages and speakers’ attitudes as a motivating factor behind transmitting it to younger generations. He carried out this study in Uwemba, Mtwango and Kidugala villages in Njombe and Wanging’ombe districts in Southern Highlands of Tanzania. In the study, the researcher used both quantitative and qualitative methods. He used questionnaires to collect quantitative data. It is through this method where data were gathered and analyzed quantitatively to get percentages, frequencies (recurring numbers) and tables which reflected the endangerment status of Kibena basing on the three variables investigated. The researcher also used interviews and participant observation (qualitative methods) to gather information which supplemented those collected through questionnaires. The study revealed that Kibena is on grade two (2) of endangerment when focusing on domains of its use, meaning that it has limited domains of use. Kibena is also on stage 3 of endangerment that is it is definitively endangered when considering the role of intermarried speakers on transmitting it to younger generations. Basing on its speakers’ attitudes it is on grade 3 of endangerment, signifying that many of Kibena members support its maintenance but few of them are indifferent and support its loss. The general conclusion considering the interplay of the assessment of all three objectives by rating on the LVEAG UNESCO (2003) factor number one, Kibena is definitively endangered. This means that its intergenerational transmission is delinked, since the language is used mostly by parental generations and upwards. This work has greatly contributed to reveal the endangerment status of the language to date. This situation alerts Kibena speakers and other stake holders to take deliberate measures to rescue it from further endangerment.
Assessing the impacts of fiscal and human resource autonomy on service delivery in Tanzania: a case of the city council of Dodoma
(The University of Dodoma, 2020) Godwin, Emmanuel
This study is about Assessing the Impacts of Fiscal and Human Resource Autonomy on Service Delivery in Tanzania: The Case of City Council of Dodoma. The central problem of the study was that despite various decentralisation initiatives in Tanzania for the past five decades, lack of adequate fiscal and human resources autonomy has continued to be problematic in enhancing service delivery. Accordingly, the study used a mixed-method approach where both qualitative and quantitative data collection methods. The Principal Agency Theory (PAT) guided the collection and analysis of findings. The findings show that there has been decreasing fiscal and human resources autonomy for service delivery in the City Council of Dodoma (CCD). The findings are consistent with the existing body of literature on decentralization and service delivery in Tanzania which as indicated in the analysis and discussion sections, there is the lack for adequate powers in financial and key human resources functional areas which has impacted on the quality, access, and timeliness of local service delivery. The findings reveal further that the level of local citizen satisfaction with service delivery is influenced by several factors such as perceptions on the level of understanding about the decentralization and devolution, relative powers possessed by the council officials, uneven access to services, provision of substandard services and poor infrastructure. The findings and discussion of fiscal and human resources at this point is because many local government authorities in Tanzania and elsewhere in developing countries are facing similar limited fiscal and human resources powers for service delivery. The study concludes that there is substantial knowledge on the part of council officials and local citizens on D by D but the other hand, human resources powers substantially limiting the adequate provision of social services in terms of their availability, affordability, accessibility, and timelines. It is also concluded that there threatening trends to the D by D spirit characterized re-concentration of strategic fiscal resources at the level of the central government, inadequate alignment and coordination of strategic priorities and actions between the central and local government levels, re-centralization of important recruitment and other human resources management decisions, and re-centralization of disciplinary authority for senor local government officials at the Central government level. The study recommends the following: i) the need for renewed enlightening of central government leaders and officials of the value of D by D and how to implement it more effectively in the current context of national development agendas; b) significant changes in central-local government relations in terms of the regulations and directives related to human resources and fiscal powers; and c) the Local Government Policy Paper (1998) should be revised to allow insertion of some specific sections on fiscal and human resource powers that will also be enhanced by enacting laws that define the powers of the council versus the central government
Assessing the use of mosquito treated nets in the reduction of child mortality in Kibaha district
(The University of Dodoma, 2012) Lahi, Amina H.
This study was aimed to assess the use of mosquito treated nets in the reduction of child mortality in Kibaha district in Pwani region. The Demographic Health Survey of 2010 (DHS) showed that, the rate of under five deaths is increasing in Kibaha as it ranks 350 per 1000 people annually. This is high compared to other regions Moshi and Mwanza which lies around 180/100 per annual. Also the WHO, 2009 report, showed that in Tanzania 131 children under five years old die due to malaria cases. UNICEF through its report of 2007 revealed that the under five death in Tanzania due to malaria is increasing from 150/1000 people to 180/1000 people annually to various region particularly Kibaha district (UNICEF, 2007). The specific objectives included in this study were: to assess the contribution of the household heads towards using Mosquito Treated nets, to evaluate the factors of not using Mosquito treated nets within the household, to assess the causes and challenges of effective use of Mosquito treated nets within the household and to examine the effects of using Mosquito treated nets in reducing child mortality. This study used cross sectional survey. The subjects of the study were taken from under five health survey and the sample size were selected randomly from the household in Kibaha district and used as a sample size for representative of the whole population of Kibaha. The study has observed that, income limitation of the household in Kibaha District is the major cause of increasing child mortality as many family lack health services due absence of money. Also, the climate of the area being hot increase rate of not using nets for their children and thus raising child mortality. The study observed that lack of Health education contributes child mortality as the parents lack knowledge of using mosquito nets within their houses. Lastly is a cultural belief of the people as many families have more than one wife. This made a large family in which a father could not afford all expenses of health services. Therefore this implies that there is need of strong effort from the government to rehabilitate the situation by increasing medical officers that could balance with the increasing population. Also provision of health education to the community so that they could eradicate malaria that cause under five deaths. Lastly there is a need to involve the community in various sources of income generating activities particularly those investments that are being located in Kibaha. This will increase income for survival. As far as the study is concerned, malaria is a serious disease in our country as it kills million of people particularly under five. The government together with development partners has the responsibility to address all strong causes of malaria and find solutions of treating them. Also, during the national budget the government has to take time on reviewing serious diseases within heath sector and thus take an opportunity to increase services like medicine, training medical officer so as to treat malaria effectively. Development partners have to be encouraged to invest in eradicating malaria by providing education to individuals mostly in rural areas where the problem is extreme.
The assessment child labour in Tanzania: a case of Majengo and sabasaba markets in Dodoma Municipality
(The University of Dodoma, 2014) Joseph, Christina
This investigation has focused on the Assessment of Child Labour in Tanzania: A Case of Majengo and Sabasaba Markets in Dodoma Municipality. Child labour is commonly on the increase in the world. The latest report of ILO indicates that, there are 246 million child workers across the world. The researcher employed a sample size of 93 informants. Herein, a qualitative design was chosen and purposive sampling was used. Questionnaires, Interviews, focus group Discussions and Observations were used to collect data. The finding of this study depicts that, child labour is ample spread in Dodoma Municipality. There are different forms of child labour; there are children who were working in informal sectors willingly whereas others were strained by their parents or guardians. Furthermore, it has been discovered that poverty was the source of child labour. More causes include, socio-economic destitution and working to elevate money for buying school uniforms. The study depiction has based on some effects of child labour, such as working long hours for very low wages, also it affected the performance of children, in the classroom and can consequently caused them to drop out of school. Apart from the above mentioned negative impacts, it has been explored that, working children gave much in family circle economy. Out of 60% of children used their earnings to supplement family income. The study eventually unveils that, there was a lack of enforcement of the laws that defended children from worst form of practice. The accordingly study suggests that, there should be a child labour control and protection as well as the rights of children, such as improving of basic education, establishing poverty reduction tactics as well as law enforcers to play their role successfully.
Assessment of academic performance in secondary schools in Tanzania: a case of secondary schools in Dodoma municipality
(The University of Dodoma, 2017) Magoma, Tija
The study focused on academic performance in secondary schools in Tanzania taking as a case study of selected secondary schools in Dodoma Municipality. The general objective of this study was to explore factors contributing to academic performance of secondary schools students in Dodoma Municipality. A sample of one hundred (100) respondents was selected, data was collected through questionnaires, interview and documentary review. Data were analyzed by using qualitatively, quantitatively and documentary review. The study found out that the factors that affect academic performance of secondary schools in the study area were availability of classrooms, parental level of income, availability of textbooks, parental level of Education, students/teachers ratio, syllabus coverage, presence of a well-stocked library, students/teachers motivation, students/teachers contact hours, school location far distance from home, truancy and (social networks ) existing of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and WhatsApp. The study also revealed that high academic performance of secondary schools is influenced by availability of learning resources, Students/Teachers ratio, Syllabus coverage, Students/Teachers motivation, availability of qualified teachers as well as English language as a medium of instruction. The findings of the study, it is recommended that the Government should employ qualified teachers with at least first degree. Government, parents, and stakeholders need to cooperate to build school hostels. The Government should also provide satisfactory salaries to teachers. School management should seek to construct fences at schools in order to avoid truancy among students and also to establish a lunch program at school so that students may stop practice truancy.
Assessment of Chinese foreign aid on delivery of healthcare services in Zanzibar: a case of Mnazi Mmoja Hospital
(The University of Dodoma, 2017) Hassan, Juma Hakiba
This study was conducted in Zanzibar at Mnazi Mmoja Hospital. The main objective of the study was to assess Chinese aid towards Healthcare in Zanzibar using Mnazi Mmoja hospital in Zanzibar as its case study, specifically the study sought to examine the nature of Chinese foreign aid to Zanzibar’s health sector, to determine the effectiveness of foreign aid towards health care at Mmnazi Mmoja Hospital in Zanzibar, to examine ways to enhance China’s foreign aid to promote healthcare in Zanzibar. SPSS and Microsoft Excel were used in data analysis and presentation. A total number of 78 respondents were involved in the study. The methods used in data collection were interview, questionnaires and documentary review. The findings of the study revealed that the foreign aid which is provided by the Chinese government is having a positive effect on the health care system in Zanzibar the study of Mnazi Mmoja hospital shoved that the equipment which is being given is used accordingly and that the patients, as well as the staff at the hospital, are all happy with way in which the aid is being utilized at the hospital. The study, therefore, recommends encouraging foreign aid especially towards the health sector in Zanzibar and that the government should continue sending doctors to China so that they continue getting more knowledge and experience in the medical profession but also the government should have people who are trained in maintaining the medical equipment being sent over so that the hospital does not always depend on the Chinese to come and fix the machines if they need repairs and maintenance.

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