The Impact of Non-Agricultural Activities on Poverty Reduction in Rural Communities: A Case of Sumbawanga Rural District, Tanzania
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Date
2024-09-03
Authors
Lupia ,Jacob
Mlenge , Gallen
Majogoro, Makebe
Kagata, Lazaro
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MUST Journal of Research and Development (MJRD
Abstract
Agriculture is central to Tanzania's rural economy, but its
underperformance drives many households in Sumbawanga Rural
District to seek non-farm activities to combat poverty. This study
investigates the impact of such activities on poverty reduction. It
identifies drivers pushing farmers towards non-agricultural work, like
low farm earnings and land scarcity, and explores how these activities
affect household income. Data from 195 farming households reveals
non-farm activities contribute significantly to income, ranging from
43% to 50%. Despite Tanzania's decreasing poverty rate (25.7%) in
2020, around 26 million still live in extreme poverty. The study
suggests promoting non-agricultural endeavours like carpentry and
animal husbandry to diversify income sources and alleviate poverty.
Overall, it highlights the importance of non-farm activities in rural
prosperity and recommends their integration into poverty reduction
strategies.
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