http://dspace.iaa.ac.tz:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/22 MASTERS 2026-04-26T03:46:18Z http://dspace.iaa.ac.tz:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/2785 The Influence Of Transformational Leadership On Teachers' Performance In Public Secondary Schools: A Case Of Morogoro Municipality ISANDEKO, Issa; KOSIA, Efraim Dr. This study was conducted in Morogoro region where ten (10) secondary schools at Morogoro municipality were selected and involved in the study to evaluate the state of teachers’ performance as the result of Transformational Leadership style in public secondary schools. Specifically, the study targeted to (i) assess preparation of teaching and learning tools. (ii) assess preparation of assessment tools. (iii) indicate performance through collaboration with school community. (iv) examine performance in professional development. The study employed a mixed-methods approach with the guiding of pragmatism research philosophy. A concurrent mixed method design was used to provide a comprehensive understanding of a research problem. The population of the study expected to be 617 respondents (572 teachers, 33 head of schools and 10 SQAs who were taken from the selected secondary schools and municipal education offices). The sample size in this study was 114 respondents which comprised 10 head of schools and 4 SQAs who were purposively selected as well as 100 teachers who were selected through stratified sampling. Data were collected though questionnaires and interview method, data were analyzed through content analysis and descriptive analysis techniques. Findings indicates that, a commendable level of commitment and diligence among educators, demonstrating a structured approach to their instructional practices. Specifically, 31 (31%) respondents expressed strong agreement that their teachers effectively prepare schemes of work, while 55 (55%) agreed, 6(6%) neutral while 8(8%) disagreed to the statement. The study concludes that, the leaders' ability to provide personalized feedback and recognize individual strengths. However, the study also reveals areas for improvement, particularly concerning the tailored support provided to educators, where a notable percentage expressed neutrality or disagreement. The study recommends that Government and Ministry of Education, Science and Technology to prioritize the establishment of comprehensive leadership development programs. 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z http://dspace.iaa.ac.tz:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/2782 Contribution Of Community Policing On Armed Roberry Prevention: VENANCE, Msigwa E. One of notable government challenges in Tanzania is armed robbery in the Musoma municipality. It is a serious threat to both the long-term economic growth and peace and security of the nation. This study analysed the contribution of community policing in Tanzania—specifically, the Musoma municipality—on the prevention of armed robberies. In particular, this study aimed to determine the obstacles facing Musoma municipality's community policing efforts to prevent armed robberies, as well as the efficacy of community policing tactics in this area. It also sought to gauge community opinion of the policing program. Social capital and Functionalist theories were adopted. The study adopted the positivist philosophy and was carried out utilizing a quantitative technique and descriptive research design. Residents of the municipality of Musoma made up the study's population. To get representative samples of the entire targeted population, the study used random sampling technique. Only primary data were used in this study. Questionnaires for gathering first-hand information. Data was quantitatively analysed. Quantitative data was analysed using descriptive statistics by utilizing the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20 as data analysis tool. The study discovered that although there is participation in community-policing meetings and efforts targeted at resolving the problem of armed robbery, police in the community do not interact closely with locals to identify and address local issues. Majority of residents are not aware of specific initiatives which police have implemented to build trust. There is no confident that Police in community will respond quickly and appropriately to emergency calls. There is positive perception of the Police service in community. There is no enough Police fund and resources to dedicate officers to community engagement programs and also there are Police challenges in retaining experienced and diverse officers within the community. There are limitations on police ability to share information and transparency. However there are clear, measurable goals and metrics for evaluating the success of Police community policing programs. There is neither Police data collection, no analysis capabilities to track and demonstrate the impact of community policing initiatives. The study recommends that researchers need to investigate the role of marginalized group in community policing on armed robbery prevention. 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z http://dspace.iaa.ac.tz:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/2781 Contemporary Practices of Information Technology in Marketing of Financial Services in Tanzania MELKIORY, Trifon The aim of this study was to examine the impact of leadership on the use of Information Technology in marketing financial services, with a focus on NMB Plc in the Tabora region, Tanzania. Guided by transformative leadership theory, the study involved a sample size of 180 respondents, including employees and management staff. Using regression and descriptive analysis techniques, the findings revealed that while the organizational culture at NMB Plc largely supports IT adoption in marketing, areas such as communication, training, and leadership support require improvement. The study concluded that leadership plays a crucial role in fostering innovation and encouraging the adoption of IT tools in marketing, though challenges like rigid policies, limited training, and high maintenance costs hinder optimal IT use. It is recommended that NMB Plc strengthen leadership support, enhance training programs, improve communication practices, and adjust policies to better integrate IT into marketing strategies. 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z http://dspace.iaa.ac.tz:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/2780 Evaluating the Effectiveness of Good Governance Practices in Public Health Service Delivery in Kahama District Hospital Tanzania MWAMBE, Betha, Maria This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of good governance practices in government departments, specifically focusing on the transparency, accountability, and participation in health service delivery at Kahama District Hospital. Using a mixed-methods research approach, the study employed both qualitative and quantitative methods to collect data from a sample of 196 respondents, selected through simple random and purposive sampling techniques. The research philosophy was grounded in pragmatism, which advocates for using multiple methods to gain a comprehensive understanding of the research problem. Data were collected via questionnaires and interviews, with quantitative data analyzed using descriptive statistics, including mean scores, while qualitative data were analyzed through thematic coding, identifying key themes and patterns related to governance practices and health service delivery challenges. The findings revealed that while the hospital had made notable progress in promoting transparency (mean score of 3.7) and accountability (mean score of 3.5), several challenges such as inadequate facilities, financial constraints, and limited information systems were hindering optimal service delivery. Client satisfaction was relatively high, with 71% of respondents indicating that their service expectations were met. The study concludes that while Kahama District Hospital has laid a strong foundation in governance practices, there is a need for targeted interventions such as enhanced staff training, improved decision-making policies, increased government funding for infrastructure, and alignment of governance structures with theoretical frameworks. These recommendations are in line with studies by authors such as Ochieng et al. (2016), Mushi and Chacha (2018), and Mhando (2020), who emphasize the need for continuous improvements in governance to enhance health service delivery. The qualitative analysis provided further insights into the key governance challenges faced by the hospital, offering a richer understanding of how the hospital can better align its governance practices with community expectations to achieve better health outcomes. 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z