Abstract: This study addresses the critical knowledge gap in systematic assessment and maintenance of existing rural water infrastructure in “sub-Saharan Africa,” where other studies focused primarily on access expansion rather than condition monitoring of operational systems. A comprehensive Infra [...] Read more
Abstract: Agriculture contributes 28.9% of Gross Domestic Product; about USD 1 Billion to total export value and employs about 65% of Tanzanians. Identifying opportunities for enhancing profitability of the sector is paramount to informing choices of sustainable pathways. In the absence of such information, [...] Read more
Abstract: Earthfill dams are vital for water supply, irrigation, and flood control, but their safety can be threatened by structural weaknesses and poor maintenance. This study evaluates the safety of the Mtibwa Sugar Estates Earthfill Dam in Turiani, Morogoro Region that supports irrigation and econo [...] Read more
Abstract: Water contamination by heavy metals poses serious environmental and public health threats, particularly in urban and agricultural regions where human activities intensify pollution. This study aimed to determine the levels of heavy metal contamination in urban tributaries along Musoma and Tari [...] Read more
Abstract: Chlorine decay in water distribution systems is a critical challenge that impacts disinfection efficiency and public health. This study systematically investigates the effects of pH, flow rate, pipe length, and stagnation time on chlorine residual loss through a controlled experimental framework. [...] Read more
