Land tenure security, household income and distribution, lesson from southern highlands in Iringa District Council
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Date
2024-04-22
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International journal of Research in Business & Social Science
Abstract
Land distribution is a key factor in income inequality in rural areas of developing countries. This study
examines the impact of land tenure security on household income and its distribution in Iringa district,
Tanzania, focusing on the Certificate of Customary Right of Occupation (CCRO). Using a quasi-
experimental design and Propensity Score Matching, 404 respondents were randomly selected and
divided into groups with and without CCROs. Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected
through surveys and in-depth interviews. Analysis using SPSS/STATA revealed that households with
CCROs had higher agricultural yields, sales, and lower production costs. They also invested more in
modern farming techniques and soil conservation, leading to higher incomes and reduced income
inequality. Despite over 50,000 CCROs issued, credit access remains limited due to a lack of awareness
and additional collateral requirements. The study concludes that secure land rights are vital for
economic growth and poverty alleviation. Recommendations include increasing awareness about
CCROs, facilitating their use as collateral, and exploring barriers to credit access for CCRO holders.
Further research is needed to address these challenges.
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Research article
Keywords
Land Tenure Security, Household Income, Agricultural productivities
Citation
https://www.ssbfnet.com/ojs/index.php/ijrbs