Effectiveness of Tanzania’s Strategies In Countering- Terrorism in Nanyamba Council, Mtwara Region

Abstract

vi ABSTARCT This study evaluates the effectiveness of counter-terrorism strategies in Nanyamba District Council, Tanzania. It aims to assess the implemented measures, analyze security strategies, and identify challenges. Focusing on Nanyamba District in Mtwara Region, the study combines qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze current strategies and challenges, with a focus on community engagement and vulnerable populations. It provides recommendations for enhancing counter- terrorism measures and regional security cooperation. Despite limitations like budget constraints and respondent reluctance, the research offers valuable insights into improving internal security and regional collaboration. The study uses a sequential explanatory design to integrate quantitative data with qualitative insights. The study highlights strong support for counter-terrorism strategies like screening, patrols, and intelligence services, with respondents noting their high effectiveness. Challenges include inadequate funding, training, and resources. Recommendations include increasing resources, investing in modern equipment, and improving training. Reliability analysis shows high internal consistency, and regression analysis indicates that effective intelligence services and policy reviews significantly impact counter-terrorism, with an R² of 0.67 showing a strong model fit. The study concludes that screening, patrols, and intelligence services are essential for effective counter-terrorism. However, persistent challenges such as inadequate funding, insufficient training, and resource shortages hinder their full implementation. To address these issues, the study recommends increasing resource allocation, investing in modern equipment, and implementing comprehensive training programs for security personnel. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for regular policy reviews and strengthening intelligence services to enhance counter-terrorism efforts. Regression analysis shows that these measures substantially improve overall security outcomes