Moshi Co-operative University

Tender negotiation and project procurement performance: examining the moderating role of supply market intelligence in World Bank financed projects

Abstract Procurement effectiveness remains a persistent challenge in development partners funded development projects, despite growing investments in procurement reforms and market intelligence systems. Drawing on transaction cost economics (TCE) and dynamic capabilities theory (...

Prevalence of red blood cell alloimmunization in single and multiple transfused cancer patients and its associated factors in northern Tanzania

Abstract Cancer patients frequently require blood transfusions which may lead to red blood cell alloimmunization which causes delayed haemolytic reactions, difficulty in finding compatible blood and transfusion delays. In Tanzania, blood banks screen for ABO and RhD antigens, whi...

Unleashing SME Participation in Public Procurement Markets Through Training and Mentorship Programmes: A Procedural Capabilities Mediation Model

Training and mentorship programmes have emerged as strategic capacity-building interventions that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can leverage to overcome structural barriers and enhance procedural capabilities for participation in public procurement markets. This study...

Recurrence of preinvasive cervical lesion and associated factors among women who underwent loop electrosurgical excision procedure at Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre hospital, northern Tanzania

BACKGROUND: Cervical cancer is a significant public health problem. Diagnosing preinvasive cervical lesion provides an important opportunity in early intervention to prevent progression to cervical cancer. Despite the achievements made in screening and management, the burden of c...

Pesticide use safety practices and knowledge gaps among small-scale farmers, retailers and healthcare providers in Tanzania

Agriculture is a cornerstone of Tanzania’s economy, with most production driven by small-scale farmers. In efforts to manage pest-related crop losses, pesticide use has increased significantly, heightening concerns related to human health, environmental sustainability, and regula...

Enhancing the financial sustainability of agricultural marketing cooperative societies (AMCOS) in Tanzania: lessons from longitudinal financial data

Agricultural Marketing Cooperative Societies (AMCOS) play a crucial role in supporting livelihoods, ensuring food security, and driving economic development. This study examines the financial sustainability of AMCOS and investigates the relationship between variables on sustainab...

Proportion, Five‐Year Survival Rate of Laryngeal Cancer and Its Associated Factors Among Head and Neck Cancer Patients in Tanzania

ABSTRACT Background Laryngeal cancer carries a significant global burden, with substantial morbidity and mortality, and is increasing globally, with 95%–98% being squamous cell carcinoma. Males are more affected than females, with peak cases occurring between 60 and 80 years of a...

Metagenomic Profiling of Diarrheagenic Escherichia coli Pathotypes Reveals Predominance of Diffusely Adherent and Enteroaggregative Subtypes and Mixed Signatures Among Under-Fives in Tanzania

Diarrheagenic Escherichia coli (DEC) is a leading enteric pathogen in children under five in sub-Saharan Africa, yet conventional targeted assays fail to capture mixed virulence signatures or provide quantitative context relative to E. coli carriage. We applied a virulence-aware...

Effects of outdoor air pollution on the cardiovascular health of school-aged children residing near polluted areas and the efficacy of mitigation measures in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Outdoor air pollution is a major global health threat, particularly for children in rapidly urbanizing low- and middle-income countries. While its respiratory effects are well-documented, evidence on cardiovascular impacts in children remains limited, especially in sub-Saharan Af...