PO BRIEF-Modernizing Tanzania’s Agriculture
Agriculture is still one of the most important parts of Tanzania’s economy. It helps people earn a living, adds to the country’s income, and makes sure families have enough food. But the main policy guiding this sector, the National Agriculture Policy of 2013, is now outdated. It no longer fits with the current situation, the new institutions, or Tanzania’s development goals.
Enhancing Accountability in Agroforestry and Sustainable Agriculture, A Policy Brief on Social Accountability Monitoring (SAM) in Tanzania
The Civic Social Protection Foundation (CSP), as a technical partner to Vi Agroforestry under the Agroforestry for Sustainable Livelihoods and Biodiversity (ASILI-B) Programme, has been working to enhance social accountability in agroforestry, food security, and climate change adaptation in Tanzania. Through Social Accountability Monitoring (SAM), CSP has engaged local governments and communities in monitoring resource allocation, policy implementation, and project performance to improve agricultural practices and biodiversity conservation. The SAM approach is particularly critical in ensuring transparency and accountability in public resource management.
Voice From Tanzania
“Voice from Tanzania” presents evidence-based case studies by selected civil society organisations from Tanzania which aim to draw attention to pertinent issues of access to justice and human rights in extractive resource governance in Tanzania. Through these case studies, we seek to shed a light on experiences of communities affected by natural resource extraction in order to amplify their voices in the broader debates on resource governance in Tanzania. The publication does not represent IPIS’ research or views. It is based on the surveys and analyses conducted by Tanzanian civil society organisations and solely belongs to them. Suggested citation: Civic Social Protection Foundation (2025). Well-being and Economic Mobility of Women in the Mirerani Tanzanite Mining Area, Manyara. Voices from Tanzania, IPIS. About the Author Civic Social Protection Foundation (CSP) is a Tanzanian non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting social and economic justice for marginalized communities. Established in 2007 (originally as MACSNET) and re-registered in 2019 under its current name, CSP advocates for inclusive development, gender equality, and strengthened social protection systems throughout Tanzania. Contact: exd@csp.or.tz
