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    The role of the electronic media (television) in enhancing democracy the case study of the Presidential General Election of 2005 and 2010
    (Mzumbe University, 2013) Goroi, Stephano E.
    The study aimed to investigate the role of electronic media (television) in enhancing democracy during the Presidential general election of 2005 and 2010 in Kinondoni district. The purpose of the study was to gather different opinions and ideas from different groups of people concerning the role of electronic media (television) in enhancing democracy during the general elections. Issues examined included the role of television participation in general elections in Tanzania that occurred as a result of political development between 2005 and 2010,the nature of the stories reported and aired concerning the general elections of 2005 and 2010and the impact and influence of television participation to different groups of people in 2005 and 2010 elections. The study mainly adopted qualitative approach. The data collected were analyzed by using the SPSS. For categorical variables, simple frequency analysis and cross tabulations were used. The findings were presented in tables, figures and text to simplify interpretation and general appraisal of the facts. The study found out that in Tanzania, electronic media (television) has brought some changes in general elections through its coverage of political issues .However; much still needed to be done by media in enhancing democracy. In general there are some communities members who do not appreciate the role of media in enhancing real democracy especially during general elections. Finally, the study made recommendations to media houses and stakeholders to improve efficiency of media in enhancing democracy during elections. Good coverage of issues during campaigns and unbiased nature of reporting will change the mindset of politicians and the public in general, hence enhancing transparency and accountability.
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    Challenges facing trade union on achieving workplace democracy: A case of A to Z textile mill, Tanzania
    (Mzumbe University, 2015) Pachi, Ramadhan
    The study focused on challenges faced by trade unions on attaining workplace democracy at A to Z Textile Mill, Tanzania. Five research questions used to accomplish the study objectives were: What roles does trade union play in workplace democracy at A to Z Textiles Mills? How is workplace democracy implemented at A to Z Textiles Mills? What are the attitudes of stakeholders towards workplace democracy at A to Z Textiles Mills? What are the challenges facing trade union in achieving workplace democracy at A to Z Textiles Mills?; and What are possible solutions for the challenges which face trade union at A to Z Textiles Mills? It emerged from the study that Trade Union had been playing a great role in achieving democracy at A to Z Textile Mill. For example, it used to hold weekly meeting between workers and managers; there was a representation in the workers council and employees had freedom to select their own representatives. It is recommended that TUICO should find more financial resources in order to sustain its growth as a statutory vehicle for the articulation and protection of the collective interests of workers. Also, TUICO should provide more Training to its members for enabling them to be aware of their employment rights and conduct meetings regularly so as to know different problems of its members concerning their employment. Moreover, TUICO should establish anti-corruption committee for combating corruption particularly during elections so as to avoid management to plant its people in TUICO leadership that would be an obstacle for employees to achieve their interests. Furthermore, the government should make amendment in Employment Labour Relation Act of 2004 in order to allow for unconditional employees’ unions and strikes. Further studies are called up to find out the best solutions to solve challenges faced by trade unions on attaining workplace democracy. There is also a need for broader studies to be conducted to include other organisations from other parts of Tanzania in order to draw a wider understanding about challenges faced by trade unions on attaining workplace democracy.