Vol 6, Issue 3

Effects of Microfinance Training Services on Women-Owned Business Performance in Tanzania

Authors: Mkanibwa Magoti Ngoboka (Ruaha Catholic University, Tanzania), Deus Ngaruko (Open University of Tanzania) and Gwahula Raphael (Open University of Tanzania) Abstract: This study sought to establish the effect of microfinance training on the performance of women owned businesses in Tanzania, using the quantitative approach. A structured questionnaire was formulated and used to collect data […]

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Challenges Facing the Implementation of the Competence- Based Curriculum in Geography Subject among Secondary Schools in Rwanda

Authors: Vincent Manirakiza, Gabriel Bazimaziki, Dan Imaniriho, Delphine Mukingambeho, Innocent Muhire, Mahsen Nyirishema and Jean Leonard Buhigiro Abstract: This study examined the challenges facing the effective implementation of the Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) in Geography instruction among Secondary Schools in Rwanda. A structured questionnaire gathered information from 13 teachers. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. Based

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Alignment between Selected University Teacher Education Curricula and Secondary School Syllabi in Tanzania

Authors: Eva Omary Luwavi (National Institute of Transport, Tanzania) and Anathe R. Kimaro (Institute of Adult Education, Tanzania) Abstract: This study investigated the alignment between university teacher education curricula and the secondary school syllabi that graduates are expected to teach in Tanzania. Using a qualitative multiple embedded case study design, data were collected from four

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Pre-Service Teaching Patterns, Challenges and Opportunities during School Attachment Practicum in Rwanda

Authors: Dan Imaniriho (University of Rwanda), Benjamin Bizimana (University of Rwanda), Delphine Mukingambeho (University of Rwanda) and Sylivestre Nzahabwanayo (University of Rwanda) Abstract: This study examined the school attachment experiences of student-teachers in Rwanda through a qualitative content analysis of 80 school attachment reports from alumni of the University of Rwanda–College of Education and the

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Refugees’ Access and Barriers to Education at Bidibidi Settlement in Uganda

Authors: Bob Denis Odongo (Makerere University, Uganda), Stella Neema, PhD (Makerere University, Uganda) and Stevens Aguto Odongoh, PhD (Makerere University, Uganda) Abstract: This study investigated access and barriers to education for refugees in Swinga in Bidibidi settlement, Yumbe District in Uganda. Locations of the study were specific village one to eleven and cluster one to

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Teachers’ Knowledge and Competencies in Supporting Learners with Autism in Ghana

Authors: Priscilla Amanorkuor Dseagu (University of Education, Winneba, Ghana), Emmanuel Adjei-Boating (University of Ghana), Priscilla Commey-Mintah (University of Ghana), Abraham Kwadwo Okrah (University of Ghana), Najaht Mahama (University of Ghana), Joshua Ofori Essiam (University of Professional Studies, Ghana) and Ezekiel Attuquaye Clottey (University of Education, Winneba, Ghana) Abstract: This study examined the increasing importance of

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Farmer’s Crop Choices in Urban Farming Under Climate Change Scenarios: A Case of Kinondoni District, Tanzania

Authors: Asnath Alberto Malekela (Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy, Tanzania) and Luzabeth Kitali (Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy, Tanzania) Abstract: This study investigates factors for crop choices in urban farming. For many years, agriculture was seen as a rural activity but with the increased population in cities, urban farming has become essential for enhanced food security. Farmers

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Influence of Trainees’ Characteristics on Poverty Reduction Training among TASAF Beneficiaries in Bagamoyo, Tanzania

Authors: Masakija John (University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania), Colman Titus Msoka, PhD (University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania), Juma Rashidi Kiduanga, PhD (University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania) Abstract: Training on income-generating activities (IGAs) is essential to any effective poverty reduction strategy, as it can boost both productivity and sustained income among impoverished individuals.

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Female Students’ Off-Campus Social Challenges in Dodoma City, Tanzania

Authors: Immaculate O. Gillo (Institute of Rural Development Planning, Tanzania), Sadick Alex (Institute of Rural Development Planning, Tanzania) and Omary Magasha (Institute of Rural Development Planning, Tanzania) Abstract: This study investigated about social challenges facing off-campus female students in higher learning institutions within the Dodoma City, Tanzania. The study used the cross-sectional research design and

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Impact of New Media on Intellectual Property Rights in Malawi

Author: Flywell Samir Simkonda (The University of Livingstonia, Malawi) Abstract: Technology is rapidly changing the communication setting of the today’s social and economic world. The emergence of new media brought about by modern technologies is significantly influencing the way people access literary, audio and video products. This experience has affected the protection of intellectual property

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