Browsing by Author "Maro, Rehema"

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    Towards 50/50 representation for women and men in the parliament in Tanzania obstacles and future prospects
    (University of Dar es Salaam, 2016) Maro, Rehema
    This study aims at investigating obstacles limiting Tanzania from achieving equal representation of men and women in political decision-making organs, particularly the parliament. It makes several recommendations regarding how the obstacles identified could be dealt with. To situate the study in proper context, institutionalism was deployed as theory in guiding data collection, analysis and interpretation. The study employed a case study design whereby fifteen key informants were involved. Data was collected using qualitative in-depth interview, desk reviews as well as direct observations. The findings revealed that, slow increase in the number of women in the parliament resulted from legislated reserve seats, political parties, majoritarian electoral system and socio-cultural and economic factors. The study recommends the institution of voluntary party quota system with a non-compliance penalty, as well as, capacity building training and mentoring seminars for women. Moreover, gender parity should be at the heart of laws and policies. Finally, constitutional change ought to be effected to allow gender-paired party candidates.