Social Protection in Developing Countries: The Case of Tanzania

di Mathias Mkude (Autore)

MkudeJr, 2025

What does it take to protect the most vulnerable and build resilience in rapidly changing societies? In Social Protection in Developing Countries: The Case of Tanzania, renowned sociologist and development practitioner Mathias Mkude provides a comprehensive and timely examination of Tanzania's evolving social protection landscape. Spanning precolonial kinship systems, socialist policies, and digital-era innovations, this groundbreaking book analyzes how Tanzania has navigated the complexities of poverty reduction, gender equity, child welfare, and rural transformation. Mkude expertly weaves together policy analysis, real-world case studies, and lived experience to reveal the multidimensional nature of welfare in an African context. Key highlights include: The historical evolution of social protection frameworks in Tanzania In-depth discussion of social insurance, assistance, and labor market policies The intersection of gender, youth, disability, and the informal sector challenges Insights into digital delivery, behavioral economics, and psychosocial support Evidence-based policy recommendations for building resilient, equitable societies Social Protection in Developing Countries is essential reading for policymakers, researchers, development professionals, and anyone passionate about social justice and sustainable development in Africa and beyond. Grounded in both scholarly rigor and practical insights, this book illuminates the pathways to more inclusive, just, and psychologically healthy societies.

• Autore: Mathias Mkude
• Anno edizione: 2025
• Editore: MkudeJr
• Formato: EPUB2 con DRMFREE
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9798231412785