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The Determinants of Students’ Performance in English as an Academic Subject in Tanzania Community Based Secondary Schools
(Applied Research Conference in Africa. (ARCA), 2017-08-17) Mtallo,G.R.
In Tanzania, for a number of years, secondary school students, parents and other Education stakeholders have been questioning the essence of having a foreign language as both; a medium of instruction and an academic subject in secondary schools. This paper focuses on finding out the performance of students in English as an academic subject based on the first semester English examination results among form four students from the selected schools, as well as examining factors behind their performance. Data obtained from Questionnaire were analyzed through SPSS. Ten (10) community based secondary schools in Dodoma Municipality where picked through systematic random sampling to represent other schools of the same caliber in Tanzania. In line with this, 150 students in a proportion of 15 students from each school were picked as respondents for this study through systematic random sampling as these were those identified first to have the same results above. The study found out that the performance of students in English as an academic subject in the community based secondary schools is below average and this is contributed by a number of factors such as the method and practice of teaching and learning as well as students’ background knowledge and attitude.
Challenges Facing People with Disabilities in Acquiring Equitable Employment in Small and Medium Enterprises in Tanzania
(Sringer, 2023-02-18) Munishi, G.J.; Athuman, A.P.; Munishi, E.J.
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine the challenges facing people with disabilities in acquiring equitable employment in small and medium enterprises in the urban context. Design/Methodology/Approach: The study employed mixed methods research design and data were collected using a questionnaire, interview and focus group discussion. Quantitative and qualitative data were analysed using SPSS, and MAXQDA software respectively. Findings: Findings show that challenges facing people with disabilities in acquiring equitable employment in urban-based small and medium enterprises include a lack of awareness about job opportunities and labour laws, negative perception by the Community, stigma by employers and employees, financial constraints that limit them to apply for jobs, poor job application skills among others. Implications/Research Limitation: This study focuses on urban settings notably Dar as Salaam
owing to the heterogeneous nature of SMEs and employment opportunities. However, generalization of findings to another urban setting may not be possible. Practical Implication: The study recommends improvement of policy-related labour policies and more especially equitable employment for disabled people. It is also a good source of policy advocacy material on equal employment in Tanzania. Originality/Value: This study addresses the problem of stigma to equal employment of people with disability. The study recommends that relevant stakeholders should promote equal employment opportunities for both abled and disabled people.
Curbing Counterfeit and Substandard Products in Tanzania Using Tbs Standards Mark: The Consumers’ Perspective.
(Applied Research Conference in Africa. (ARCA), 2017-08-19) Bwemelo, G.S.
TBS standards mark is a sign of product quality indicating that the TBS marked products have undergone appropriate conformity assessment procedures to ascertain their quality. Despite its popularity, there has been much speculation regarding the impact of TBS standard mark on consumer buying decisions towards the fight against counterfeit and substandard products in Tanzania. This paper examines whether consumers pay attention to TBS standards mark when
making purchase of processed goods, and whether their decisions are affected by their knowledge of the TBS mark and its role, attitudes towards TBS-certified products as well as the design and placement of TBS mark on the products. The study used self-administered questionnaires to collect primary data from the general public on the streets, in offices, and at the universities and colleges particularly in urban and cities where purchase of processed goods is relatively higher. Descriptive statistics and binary logistic regression were used to analyse the data. The findings of the study revealed high level of consumers’ knowledge about the TBS standards mark and positive attitude towards TBS-certified goods. The results further indicate that the majority of consumers did not use it to make product choices as they were reluctant in confirming if the products are TBS-certified. The primary insight derived from this study was that conspicuity of the TBS mark on the product exerted an influence on consumers’ tendency to pay attention to TBS standards mark when making purchase. These findings highlight the need for re-designing the TBS mark to make it noticeable so as to attract quick consumers’ attention when making purchase.
Assessment of the Impacts of E-Ticketing System on the Revenue Collection-A Case Study of Ferry Operating Company in Tanzania, 2020.
(CBE – Proceeding BEDC, 2020-11-17) Sungura, Iddi, S.; Lukumay, J.
This study examined the impact of the e-ticketing system on the revenue collection of the ferry operating company in Tanzania. It comparatively assessed the revenue trend as to prior and after the installation and full utilization of e-ticketing system and infrastructure, assess the security issues on e-ticketing system, as well as examine the e-ticketing system and infrastructures that derive the satisfaction of customers. The study employed a case study design and used systematic and purposive sampling methods to obtain a sample from the population of passengers and staff of the ferry operating company respectively. Data gathered using questionnaires and revenue collection archives were analysed using Stata15. The study found a significant increment of the collected revenue after the installation and full utilization of the e-ticketing system and infrastructures when comparing to manual ticketing system existed before. The staff acknowledged trespassing as the major security issue that obstructs an optimal collection of revenues. The passengers of the ferry reported queuing as the major challenge of the system and, on top of that, suggested an upgrade and improvement of the system and prospective infrastructures of the e-ticketing system to cater the contemporary needs of the passengers. The study suggests the adoption of new technologies relating to the usage of cashless payment methods such as usage of bank cards, smartphone apps, and prepaid cards for those who can afford and accommodate the change to increase the efficiency of revenue collection, lower operational costs since the new technologies will automate the overall system and enhance the satisfaction of the stakeholders.
The Impact of Youth Economic Empowerment Project on Employability of Youth in Tanzania: A Case Study of Ilala Municipality
(CBE - Proceeding BEDC 2665 - 0681, 2021-11-16) Mbagwa, Christopher & Magali, Joseph
The study assessed the impact of a youth economic empowerment project on youth employability in Ilala
Municipal in Dar es Salaam region-Tanzania. The specific objectives of the study were to examine the
role of training, the contribution of savings and credit facilities and start-up tools provision on the
employability of youth. The study used a stratified and random sampling technique to select 121 youths
for a survey. The data were analyzed using descriptive and multiple regression analysis. The findings
showed a significant and positive relationship between the role of training, the contribution of savings and
credit facilities, and the role of start-up tools provision on youth employability in Ilala municipality. The
study, therefore, recommends that, for promoting youth employability in Tanzania, the government, NGOs
and projects should provide training and start-up tools to youth. Furthermore, the stakeholders should
facilitate capital access to youth by empowering the savings and credits groups.