Assessment of Mining Conflicts on Community Development in Tanzania:
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2022-10
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Kampala International University
Abstract
It is an undeniable truth that, if managed well, mining sector can play an important role in the development of any country. However, if mismanaged, mining can fuel conflicts and bring unspeakable negative impacts to the community inhabitants. This study aimed at examining the impact of mining conflicts on community development among the communities around North Mara Mine in Tarime District. The objectives of this study were to (i) assess the effects of land eviction on community development around NMM, (ii) determine the effects of human rights violation on community development around NMM (iii) identify the impact of water pollution on community development around NMM and (iv) establish the relationship between mining conflicts and community development among the communities around NMM. The study used a descriptive design which followed the quantitative research approach. 351 households of Kemambo and Matongo wards constituted a sample size of this study. Cluster sampling technique was employed to select respondents of the study. Questionnaires were used as the main instrument of data collection. However, observation and documentary review were also used. Data analysis constituted mean and standard deviation counts as well as regression analysis. The findings from the first objective of this study revealed that land eviction s affect community development negatively. On the other hand, findings from the second objective of the study revealed that the effects of human rights violation involves killing of mine intruders by law enforcement officers and the destruction of properties. Moreover, the results of the third objective established that the water pollution has a negative impact on community development. Furthermore, the fourth objective of the study showed that there was a positive and significant correlation between mining conflicts and community development and this was reflected on Pearson Correlation result which was 0.297. The study concludes that land eviction has been and still is affecting communities and their development around North Mara Mine in Tarime District. The study recommends that the government should be strict on the implementation of laws related to compensation whereby mining companies such as that of North Mara Mine can be accountable to their actions. It is from doing this, unfair compensation can be avoided. The study recommends that the government should start a serious implementation of laws guiding the mines and impose additional serious punishment for all who break the law.
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A Dissertation Submitted to the Directorate of Postgraduate Studies and Research Kampala International University Uganda in Partial Fulfillment for the Requirements for the Award of Master Degree in Conflict Resolution and Peace Building
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Mining Conflicts, Community Development, Tanzania, Communities, North Mara Mine, Tarime District