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Child Miners in Tanzania, 2005.
An analysis of the public health implications and primary medical/nursing action plan for child miners in Tanzania.
2,027 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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Describes the current state and extent of child mining in Tanzania. Elaborates on the prepathogenesis of child labor in Tanzania. Discusses primary prevention involving mobile health clinics for child laborers, i.e. vaccinations, primary care, hearing and vision protection, and informal public health classes on water & sanitation, STD/HIV/AIDS, and child rights.
Outline:
Scope of the Problem: Child Workers and Small-Scale Mining in Tanzania
Pre-Pathogenesis
Primary Prevention
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"An estimated one million children work in small-scale mining and quarrying throughout the world. These children carry heavy loads, inhale dust and other particles, work in small spaces underground with no ventilation, and stand for long periods of time knee- or hip deep in water. They work long hours, on average ten to fourteen hours per day. They are paid low wages, sometimes none at all if they work with their families as a unit. According to the International Labor Organization, mining/quarrying activities is classified as one of the worst forms of child labor (Ofosu, 2001). The extent to which the involvement of children in mining/quarrying negatively impacts their short- and long-term health outcomes categorizes this phenomenon as a major public health problem."
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E-Commerce in Tanzania, 2004.
Examines the challenges of commercial development over the Internet in Tanzania, Africa.
4,500 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 117.95
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Tanzania is one of the poorest countries in the world, being depleted of its natural wealth and resources and now totally dependant on aid from the rest of the world. This paper provides an overview of the general state of progress of Tanzania in various fields in order to understand the difficulty this country faces, along with the rest of Africa, in development and progress in the field of e-commerce. The paper looks at Tanzania's media, government legislation relating to communication networks and business, and the efforts being made by the private sector to develop e-commerce.
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"In spite of all the factors that work against the progress of Africa in the field of computers and e-commerce, there is a commendable amount of progress in the field of e-commerce and related fields. Quite a few small firms actively pursue this field and have started small businesses that use e commerce as their basis. In fact, Africa is unique because the government has taken a keen interest in promoting and developing e commerce, whereas in the past, all legislation was hindered by red tape, (E-commerce Practice and Policy) Initially, a framework was created whereby the outline of e commerce was laid out in simple steps. Trust in the new e commerce system had to be built in the minds of the largely uneducated people. After this was achieved, the next step would be to research and analyze and thereafter establish the rules for framing a digital and e-commerce network that would be of practical benefit to all."
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Tanzania's Water Supply, 2006.
A discussion regarding the high fluoride concentrations in the water systems of Tanzania.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses how in Tanzania there are significant issues related to the water supply that is available to the citizenry. Concerns about the availability of water, adequate sewage system, water that is cleaned and distributed to all people and water that is free of fluorides and other contaminants have been factors that have created significant arguments across the globe. The paper further discusses how, never-the-less, the contamination of water through natural or man made sources has the ability to affect the development of children both physically and mentally due to excessively high fluoride content in the water.
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Tanzania, 1986.
This is a country profile of Tanzania looking at its area, population, government, trade, history, colonialism & independence, political structure, military & economic alliances, health & education.
2,925 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 7 sources, $ 127.95
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"A. United Republic of Tanzania (Tanzania).
B. Area: 931,082 square kilometers (363,708 square miles), with
boundaries of Mozambique to the southeast, Zambia and Malawi to the southwest, Zaire to the west, Burundi and Rwanda and Uganda to the northwest, Kenya to the north and the Indian Ocean on the east.
Population: A total of more than 18 million people, coming from a total of roughly 120 diverse tribal backgrounds, including more than 120,000 Asians, 100,000 Arabs and more than 25,000 whites. There are four principal areas within the country: the hot and humid coastal lowlands, the hot and arid zone of the broad central plateau, the high inland mountain and lake region including Mount Kilimanjaro, and the temperate highlands of the(...)"
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Tanzania, 1992.
A describtion of the post-colonial economic growth of Tanzania, which took a "socialist" path to development. Also assesses the pros and cons of that choice.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 23.95
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"Tanzania is an African nation that took a "socialist" path to development. Tanzania is ruled by one political party, the CCM, and it exercises supreme authority over all state organs. Its constitution became effective in 1977, and the principal doctrines are that all human beings are equal, that every individual has a right to dignity and respect, and that only with socialism and self-reliance can a society of free and equal citizens be constructed. The party has a broad membership, and any citizen eighteen years or older can become a member by accepting the aims, beliefs, and objectives of the CCM (Kaplan, 1978, 104-105).
Prior to the Arusha Declaration, development policies for Tanzania had encouraged extensive private investment and large financial contributions from abroad, and these orientations were..."
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Tanzania, 1977.
This paper presents an economic evaluation of problems inherent in emergence from colonial status during 1960s for Tanzania. and the problems of merging former colonies of Zanzibar & Tanganyika.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, $ 63.95
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"The purpose of this research paper is to review the process of integration of the nation of Tanzania into the world socio-economic system. In addition, there will be an evaluation of the affects of Tanzania of this integration.
The United Republic of Tanzania was formed in 1964 from the old British colonial possessions, Tanganyika and Zanzibar. Tanganyika was located in East Africa and extended form Lake Victoria in the north to Kenya in the south over more than 350,000 square miles. Zanzibar consisted of the islands of Zanzibar and Pemba which are located some 22 miles off the coast of Tanganyika. The combined area of the two islands is just a little over 1,000 square miles.
Tanganyika actually received independence from Britain in 1961. One year later a republican form of government was ... "
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Tanzanian Women, 2004.
A look at the poverty and brutality suffered by women in Tanzania.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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This paper looks at the poverty and violence faced by women in Tanzania. The paper discusses some of the causes of the poverty and what is being done to relieve it. The paper also looks at what Tanzanian women must do to overcome their situation. In addition, the paper discusses gender issues, the prevalence of violence against women and other major problems facing the women of Tanzania.
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"In Tanzania poverty is widespread and society remains traditionalist with respect to gender issues even though women's rights are protected by law. Violence against women is widespread and traditional customs that subordinate women remain strong in both urban and rural areas. Women may be punished by their husbands for not bearing children and wife-beating occurs at all levels of society. Many women are killed by their husbands and others commit suicide because of the brutality. Women in refugee camps suffer rape and a high degree of sexual abuse."
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Olduvai Gorge, 2001.
A paper on the palaeolithic site at Tanzania.
713 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 7 sources, $ 25.95
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This paper looks at the findings from the site Olduvai Gorge. Despite the many years since the first discoveries, Olduvai remains an extremely important archaeological site. Debate over the significance of the Olduvai artifacts continues and new information may be revealed as new archaeological analysis techniques come into use.
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"Olduvai Gorge has been described as the most important Palaeolithic site in Africa (Bray, 1970). Excavations of Olduvai, by Drs. Mary and Louis Leakey after 1931 [although conducted by Hans Reck prior to this (Ecco Homo, 1986)] unearthed a treasure of hominid fossils and stone tools (Potts, 1988). Oduvai has influenced views on evolution and shaped our ideas about the origins of human hunting and gathering (as well as cultural learning) behaviours. (Potts, 1988). Discoveries at Olduvai also include faunal remains, living floors and what is probably the oldest known human structure (Leakey, 1971)."
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Sub-Saharan Africa, 2006.
A discussion regarding the natural resources, foreign assistance, culture, non-governmental organizations and economic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa.
4,397 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 75 sources, APA, $ 115.95
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This research paper explores the determining factors of growth in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) by examining the increasingly dominant role of financial assistance, natural resources, culture and non governmental organizations in selected countries of the region. To understand this relationship better, the paper makes a comparison between economic policies, cultural variations and political systems of selected countries. The countries this study reviews are Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Tanzania, Uganda and Sierra Leone.
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Methodology
Objective
Introduction
Theoretical Background
Previous Work and Literature
Economy Openness
Culture
Foreign Assistance
The Role of NGOs
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"Countries rich in resources must be tempted to promote their export growing policies, which will increase economy openness and exposure to external shocks even to a higher degree. The country will improve its' international competitive position if it promotes exports and trade by investing heavily into this economy sphere. The second round positive result from promoting exports and trade is the future possible exploitation of economies of scale in production when the output sales markets for the producers expand. The third round positive affect is that the producers will naturally eliminate inefficient production facilities and invest into high technology and train and grow skilled labor resources to remain competitive in the global arena. These are the main reasons for opening up the economy and playing on the global market arena, and are very effective economy stimulating methods for economies with low local purchasing power and thus limited local output markets, which are the classifications of African counties, as proven by Fosu . "Open economies do grow more rapidly than closed economies... Whether the measure of openness has to do with exchange rate overvaluation, relative price distortions, tariffs and quotas, share of trade in GDP, the black market premium, or a composite measure combining some of these with state monopolization of commodity exports and general socialism" (Easterly, 2000, p. 48) . "
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The Tanzanian Experience, 2006.
A discussion regarding the Tanzanian experience since independence and its implications for foreign policy strategies.
1,839 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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This paper provides an overview of the Tanzanian experience since its independence to determine what "survival" foreign policy strategies represent the best chances for this and similarly situated developing countries during the present era of globalization. The paper further discusses relevant, peer-reviewed and scholarly literature as well as relevant governmental online resources.
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Introduction
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
Economic Status of Tanzania Today
Formulating Survival Foreign Policies
Conclusion and Recommendations
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"The country's political ideology, then, as well as its foreign policy, have been largely influenced by the changing personal exigencies of its four presidential leaders since its independence in 1964, presidents Nyerere, Mwinyi, Mkapa and, since December 21, 2005 President Jakaya Kikwete (Tanzania, 2007). According to Saideman (2001), for the first time in the new country's history, President Nyerere enjoyed a mass-based, non-ethnic political structure that meant he was not compelled nor constrained by the ethnic composition of his constituency, particularly as it related to the crafting of foreign policy: "Thus, Nyerere's ability to develop a foreign policy suggests that political competition, or its absence, is a critical factor in foreign policymaking" (p. 76). This lack of timely public debate concerning the pressing issues facing the country suggests that these leaders formulated foreign policy according to personal whim rather than the needs of their country, and the effect of this turbulent past has been significant. Today, Tanzania remains one of the poorest countries in the world today with a number of challenges and obstacles confronting it, and these issues are discussed further below."
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International Strategic Marketing, 2003.
An application of strategic marketing theory to a services firm wishing to enter a foreign emerging market.
5,207 words (approx. 20.8 pages), 25 sources, MLA, $ 129.95
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This paper represents a review of the potential expansion of the AfA managed care and disease management programme offered to the Medscheme client base to potential clients in African countries using Tanzania as a pilot country. The paper does not substitute for further detailed research and financial modelling but rather seeks to substantiate and motivate the strategic marketing contention that other African countries may represent new markets for the programme. An integrated marketing model approach is followed which applies theory to the AfA challenge in the context of new research and academic thinking.
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Executive Summary
Introduction
The Importance of Global Marketing to the Brand
Marketing Environment
Characteristics of Buyers
Use of Research in the Investigation of New Markets
Market Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning
Market Access Considerations
Market Entry Modes
Analysis of the Competitive Market
Strategic Partners
Marketing Mix
Controlling the Effort
Conclusion
Annexure One: References
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"The marketing mix is a key element of an integrated marketing plan. The concept has evolved from McCarthy's 4P's (product, price, place and promotion) into different models dependant on their marketing context. Recent developments have been the addition of personnel, physical assets and procedures to the marketing mix forming the 7P's in Booms and Bitners model. This has especially reached acceptance in the discipline of services marketing. (Rafiq and Ahmed, 1995 and Goldsmith, R. E. 1999) Goldsmith, 1999, p1 proposes an eighth P, personalisation in terms of individual needs and wants of the consumer."
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Motivation of Terrorist Acts, 2003.
Discusses global and domestic terrorism, the motivation of terrorists, and suggestions for deterring terrorism.
2,797 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 83.95
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This paper shows that recent experience, from the attack of 9/11, the bombings of the embassies in Kenya and Tanzania, the World Trade Center, the federal building in Oklahoma City, and Khobar Towers to the use of chemical weapons in the Tokyo subway and Hamas suicide attacks in Israel, has galvanized public and expert attention, reminding us that terrorism is capable of starkly affecting U.S. citizens and U.S. interests. The paper shows that the increase in terrorist activities also suggests troubling new dimensions, including the potential for terrorists? use of weapons of mass destruction: nuclear, chemical, biological, and radiological.
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"Two major forms of terrorism occur domestically and internationally?right-wing/separatist terrorism, and religiously motivated terrorism. It is worth noting that terrorism experts are increasingly uncomfortable with the traditional distinction between domestic and international terror in an age of global communications and networked terrorism. Many of the most serious terrorist risks to U.S. national security?above all, those of mass destruction and mass disruption in periods of crisis or conflict?can have a transnational dimension..."
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Managing People in Organisations, 2002.
An organisation structure and change management case study for Medax Healthcare.
3,189 words (approx. 12.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 92.95
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This paper attempts to apply of Lewin's Force Field analysis and McKinsey's 7S model to Medax Healthcare, an international organisation with human resource issues that is implementing a new IT system.
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Executive Summary
Medax Healthcare Tanzania (Medax Healthcare) Company Overview
Problems and Opportunities
Analysis
Real Problems and Need For Change
Change Program
Measurement of the Effectiveness and Results of the Change Program
Conclusion
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"Greiner (1972) suggested that an organisation experiences various crisis points as a result of growth. He suggest the manager/owner arrives a point where it is not possible to direct all of the companies activities personally MEDAX Healthcare has reached a point where a company restructure will require new levels of management. A number of complaints raised by staff members against senior management about inappropriate corporate governance practices led to MEDAX Healthcare commissioned a study by TX Auditors to investigate issues raised by employees and to present management with an integrity report."
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Structural Adjustment Programs in Africa, 2001.
A discussion of the relevance of structural adjustment programs to the democratization and development in Africa.
4,434 words (approx. 17.7 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 116.95
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Structural Adjustment Policies are economic policies which countries must follow in order to qualify for international loans. This paper examines structural adjustment policies as applied to contemporary Africa and the extent to which these policies may or may not be relevant. Countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, in particular Malawi, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Botswana, are cited as useful case-studies in evaluating the programs. It also analyzes the effects of these policies on health, education, transportation, national budgets and devaluation.
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"From the late 1970s and into the 1980s, there have been a great many arguments concerning the introduction of structural adjustment policies in African territories. In essence, when one speaks of an on-going debate about the relevance of structural adjustment policies, one speaks to the fact that structural adjustment policies had both positive and negative effects on African countries, such as Gambia, Lesotho, Malawi, Uganda, Cote d Ivoire, Zaire, Ghana and Zambia, as well as most of Sub-Saharan Africa collectively. By extension, therefore, the debate proceeds as to whether structural adjustment policies were substantively or inherently ineffective, since most of the people suffering under such programmes were the poor and the disadvantaged, a great portion of them being women. Other main arguments concern the fact that by the professed stabilization or restructuring of economies, adjustment policies stressed cuts in expenditure and the reduction of subsidies as well as limited public sector involvement that often augured well for education programmes. The reduction in expenditure on health programmes also caused health risks in the form of the deprivation of Africans of needed facilities and medicines, for example, for diseases such as HIV/AIDS."
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