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16S rRNA Amplicons Survey Revealed Unprecedented Bacterial Community in Solid Biomedical Wastes
(Science and Education Publishing, 2015)Despite known risks of inappropriate disposal of biomedical solid waste; most cities in developing countries are still disposing unsorted and untreated solid biomedical waste in common dumpsites. While many studies reported ... -
Abrogating the nsp10–nsp16 switching mechanisms in SARS-CoV-2 by phytochemicals from Withania somnifera: a molecular dynamics study
(Taylor & Francis Online, 2021-09-14)The search for therapeutic small molecules and vaccines for Covid-19 treatment is an urgent but evolving topic. The virus has claimed over 3,782,490 lives (as of 12 June 2021), with the figure expected to rise due to the ... -
Acaricidal investigation of commiphora swynnertonii (burtt) stem bark exudate
(NM-AIST, 2017-12)The present study was carried out to investigate acaricidal potencies of Commiphora swynnertonii (Burtt) stem bark exudate against ticks Rhepicephalus appendiculatus and evaluate its toxicity using mice and rats. Commiphora ... -
Access to Agricultural Market Information by Rural Farmers in Tanzania
(International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Research, 2014-07)Access to agricultural markets and agricultural market information is essential for participating in agricultural markets. A skilled and well-equipped participant benefits more in the agricultural marketing chain. Due to ... -
Activity of extracts from selected Tanzanian spices on major fungal pathogens and blight diseases of Tomato
(NM-AIST, 2021-08)Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is affected by many fungal diseases and farmers rely on synthetic pesticides for management. Detrimental effects associated with injudicious use of chemical pesticides have caused a ... -
Adequacy of micronutrient fortification in the mandatory fortified food vehicles in Tanzana
(Emerald Publishing Limited, 2020-08-24)Purpose This study aims to update the information on the current status of micronutrient fortification for iron, zinc, folic acid and vitamin A in mandatory fortified food vehicles such as cooking oil, wheat and maize ... -
Adherence to Iron-Folic Acid Supplementation and Associated Factors among Pregnant Women in Kasulu Communities in North-Western Tanzania
(Hindawi, 2020-06-05)Introduction. Pregnant women are at a high risk of anaemia, with iron-folate deficiency being the most common cause of anaemia among pregnant women. Despite the well-known importance of iron and folic acid supplementation ... -
African farmer-led irrigation development: re-framing agricultural policy and investment?
(Taylor & Francis online, 2016-11-09)The past decade has witnessed an intensifying focus on the development of irrigation in sub-Saharan Africa. It follows a 20-year hiatus in the wake of disappointing irrigation performance during the 1970s and 1980s. ... -
African nightshades (Solanum nigrum complex): The potential contribution to human nutrition and livelihoods in sub-Saharan Africa.
(John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2021-05-03)Achieving zero hunger in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) without minimizing postharvest losses of agricultural products is impossible. Therefore, a holistic approach is vital to end hunger, simultaneously improving food security, ... -
African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV): Biology, Genomics and Genotypes Circulating in Sub-Saharan Africa
(MDPI, 2021-11-15)African swine fever (ASF) is a highly infectious and fatal haemorrhagic disease of pigs that is caused by a complex DNA virus of the genus Asfivirus and Asfarviridae African suids family. The disease is among the most ... -
Agricultural Market Information Services in Developing Countries: A Review
(Advances in Computer Science: an International Journal, 2014-05)Access to agricultural markets and marketing information are essential factors in promoting competitive markets and improving agricultural sector development. The agricultural sector employs majorities in developing countries ... -
Allelopathic effects and bio-insecticidal potential of sphaeranthus suaveolens in common bean farming in Northern Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2021-07)Weeds and insect pests are amongst the serious constraints in common bean farming in most parts of Tanzania. However, weeds with allelopathic and insecticidal properties if well manipulated can be used to manage insect ... -
Allelopathic Effects of Sphaeranthus suaveolens on Seed Germination and Seedling Growth of Phaseolus vulgaris and Oryza sativa
(Hindawi, 2021-02-15)Weeds with allelopathic effect have been reported to cause significant damage in agriculture particularly in smallholder farming systems. ,is study assessed the allelopathic effects of different concentrations of crude ... -
Anaerobic treatment of tannery wastewater using ASBR for methane recovery and greenhouse gas emission mitigation
(Elsevier, 2017-10)The objective of this study was to develop and optimize a pilot scale Anaerobic Sequencing Batch Reactor (ASBR) for the treatment tannery wastewater and reduction of greenhouse gas emission. The performance of the pilot ... -
Analysis of Different Techniques for Improving Performance of Flat Plate Solar Collectors for Fruits Drying
(Tanzania Journal of Engineering and Technology (TJET), 2014-06)Fruits drying had become a broader technology in fruits and vegetables value addition. The technology is reported to be a promising way of dying without incurring higher cost but its adaptation has not been feasible in ... -
An Analysis of Fuel Properties of Fatty Acid Methyl Ester from Manketti Seeds Oil
(Taylor & Francis Online, 2014-11-20)The fatty acid methyl esters (FAME)produced from vegetable oils, animal fats, or waste oils known as biodiesel has attracted attention as possible replacement of fossil fuels. The fuel properties of biodiesel are similar ... -
Analysis of marketing efficiency of processed sardine products of Lake Victoria: Case of Tanzania
(African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development, 2019-05-19)The paper tested the marketing efficiency of Lake Victoria processed sardines using structure-performance and efficient-structure hypotheses and the influence of socioeconomic characteristics on marketing efficiency. Primary ... -
Analysis of marketing efficiency of processed sardine products of Lake Victoria: Case of Tanzania
(Taylor & Francis Online, 2019-05-27)The paper tested the marketing efficiency of Lake Victoria processed sardines using structure-performance and efficient-structure hypotheses and the influence of socioeconomic characteristics on marketing efficiency. Primary ... -
Analysis of nutritional adequacy of local foods for meeting dietary requirements of children aged 6-23 months in rural central Tanzania
(Archives of Public Health, 2017-08-17)Under nutrition remains a serious problem among children in Sub-Saharan Africa. Analysing how diets composed of local foods could achieve nutritional goals for infants and young children in low-income settings is essential. ... -
Analysis of phytochemical composition of Bersama abyssinica by gas chromatography – mass spectrometry
(Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, 2014)Bersama abyssinica has been reported to possess a varied range of therapeutical and pharmacological applications due to presence of bioactive compounds. The present study was carried out to determine the phytochemical ...
