The socio-economic contributions of the Nyamwezi migration to Pemba island from 1890 to 1960s
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Date
2013
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The University of Dodoma
Abstract
This study covers the Nyamwezi people who have been living in Pemba Island since
1890. Its purpose is to understand the socio-economic contributions made by the
Nyamwezi people in Pemba. The major survey was done in five different sample villages
in the northern part of Pemba Island, where Nyamwezi people settled for many years.
Different data collection methods were used in this study, such as interviews,
questionnaires, focus group discussions and some published and unpublished documents
from libraries and the Zanzibar National Archives.
The study reaffirmed that the people of Zanzibar emanate from Bantu and Asiatic origins,
now called the Swahili. The involvement of the Nyamwezi people in the history of Pemba
resulted in the creation of a specific group of people leading to the rise of a mixed
population who share not only blood but also, color and identity.
The study also, looked into the various aspects of the relationship between the Nyamwezi
and the indigenous people of Pemba Island, such as attitudes and perceptions, economic
activity, environmental degradation, cultural changes, as well as increase in population.
The study found that the Nyamwezi migrated to Pemba Island in search for new
settlements which could enhance their socioeconomic development. They involved
themselves in trading activities, searching for jobs in government departments, and
engaged in self employment as well as other economic opportunities available in Pemba.
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Dissertation (MA History)
Keywords
Pemba island, Nyamwezi people, Nyamwezi migration, Socio economic contributions, Socio economic effects, Socio economic outcome, Economic contributions, Economic effects, Social contributions, Zanzibar, Socio economic development
Citation
Amour, O.K. (2013). The socio-economic contributions of the Nyamwezi migration to Pemba island from 1890 to 1960s. Dodoma: The University of Dodoma.