Success Stories of Tanzanian Women Entrepreneurship Programs in Alleviating Poverty: Insights from WORTH Program

Mwajabu Mbaruku and Darlene K. Mutalemwa ()
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Mwajabu Mbaruku: University of Bradford
Darlene K. Mutalemwa: Mzumbe University

Entrepreneurial Business and Economics Review, 2015, vol. 3, issue 1, 87-105

Abstract: This study attempts to provide evidence on the relevance and type of support given by women entrepreneurship support programs in alleviating poverty among Tanzanian women entrepreneurs. As such, it argues that WORTH is beneficial for women entrepreneurs. Data for this study was drawn from the reviewed literature including existing documents at PACT Tanzania, supplemented by field work and discussions with PACT Tanzania’s WORTH specialists. The study revealed that the WORTH program provides various support to women both in groups and at an individual level. In addition, the success stories highlight that in the face of daunting obstacles, women have shown their ability and commitment to change their lives and their communities. Working with allies and partners, in both the public and private sectors, is essential in successfully addressing and scaling up women’s entrepreneurial opportunities and support programs. Women entrepreneurs have had limited opportunities to describe their own opinions, experience and their ways of establishing and conducting business. This study gives voice to the voiceless and contributes to the growing body of literature on women entrepreneurship support programs in alleviating poverty.

Keywords: women entrepreneurship; poverty alleviation; Tanzania; PACT; panel (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: B54 I38 L26 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2015
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