Journal of Water Resources, Engineering, Management and Policy

Articles

Irrigation

Flavian Balthazar Jeremiah, Leopord Sibomana Leonard, Nyamboge Chacha Makuri
30 June 2026

Volume 3 Issue 1 Page 64 - 84

Evaluating the Suitability of Wami River Water for Irrigation in Dakawa, Tanzania: A Seasonal Hydrochemical and Index-Based Analysis

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56542/wi.jwempo.v3.i1.a5.2026

Abstract: Water is an essential natural resource that supports life and social-economic development, with agricultural irrigation accounting for the largest share of global water consumption. However, in-creasing anthropogenic activities continue to affect both quality and quantity of water resources. T [...] Read more

Management in Water sector

Yohana Msangula, Ezrael Massawe, Christopher Nditi
30 June 2026

Volume 3 Issue 1 Page 41 - 52

An Empirical Study on Success Factors for the Design and Build Approach in Tanzania’s Water Sector

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56542/wi.jwempo.v3.i1.a3.2026

Abstract: The Design and Build method has become increasingly adopted in Tanzania’s water supply projects, yet the role and contribution of local contractors remain uncertain. The study aimed to assess the critical success factors influencing the Design and Build method in Tanzania’s water supply pr [...] Read more

Financing and economic analysis of water facilities and infrastructure

Siamarie Lyaro, Salehe Chivanga
30 June 2026

Volume 3 Issue 1 Page 24 - 40

Factors Influencing Access To Safe Drinking Water Between Low-Income And Non-Low-Income Households In Mainland Tanzania

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56542/wi.jwempo.v3.i1.a2.2026

Abstract: The study aimed at determining factors which influenced access to safe drinking water between low-income and non-low-income households in mainland Tanzania. The study applied Multidimensional Poverty Index, GIS spatial analysis, binary logistic regression and Blinder-Oaxaca decomposition [...] Read more

Water resources

Onesmo Zakaria Sigalla, Joshua Mwakalikamo, Reuben Mpuya Joseph Kadigi, Jane Joseph
30 June 2026

Volume 3 Issue 1 Page 1 - 23

Valuing Water as an Economic Good in the Kilombero River Catchment, Tanzania: Where Does It Return the Most?

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56542/wi.jwempo.v3.i1.a1.2026

Abstract: Across the world, the importance of water in production sectors is unparalleled. About 70% of freshwater withdrawals are used in agriculture, roughly 20% and 10% for industries and domestic uses respectively. These multiple strategic water users in a catchment such as Kilombero, presents manage [...] Read more

Sustainability of Water and Sanitation Projects

Hassani Amiri, Tulinave Burton Mwamila, Clarance Paul Kisiki
30 June 2026

Volume 3 Issue 1 Page 53 - 63

Evaluating Emissions Reduction by Replacing Diesel Generators with Solar-Powered Water Systems in Manyara, Tanzania

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56542/wi.jwempo.v3.i1.a4.2026

Abstract: This study evaluates the environmental, energy, and economic impacts of transitioning from diesel-powered generators to solar-powered water supply systems across 71 rural schemes in the Manyara region, Tanzania. Diesel generators, historically the primary energy source, have contributed sign [...] Read more

Water resources

Sanford William Meena, Matobola J. Mihale, Harieth Hellar-Kihampa
30 June 2026

Volume 3 Issue 1 Page 123 - 139

Seasonal Abundance and Spatial Distribution of Microplastics in Water and Sediments of Tropical Urban–Agricultural River System; A case of Ngerengere River, Tanzania

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56542/wi.jwempo.v3.i1.a8.2026

Abstract: Aquatic ecosystems are globally contaminated with microplastics (MP), making water resources in developing countries not spared from this problem. However, data on microplastic levels in Tanzanian’s freshwater systems is still scarce. Therefore, this study assessed the microplastic abundanc [...] Read more

Sanitation and Hygiene

Petro karungamye
30 June 2026

Volume 3 Issue 1 Page 108 - 122

Safeguarding the Future of Lake Tanganyika: A Review of Environmental and Socioeconomic Sustainability

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56542/wi.jwempo.v3.i1.a7.2026

Abstract: Lake Tanganyika is one of the oldest and biggest freshwater lakes in Africa. This lake is facing serious pressure from growing human activity which affect its ecosystem and sustainability. Pollution of the lake which mostly comes from farming runoff and deforestation, along with shifting climat [...] Read more

Sanitation and Hygiene

Rashidi Iddi, Doglas Benjamin Mmasi, Anna Mremi
30 June 2026

Volume 3 Issue 1 Page 85 - 107

Multi-Criterial Optimization Model for Faecal Sludge Management in Informal Settlement: Balancing Technical Feasibility, Financial Sustainability, and Community Participation in Mwanza, Tanzania.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56542/wi.jwempo.v3.i1.a6.2026

Abstract: Proper faecal sludge management in urban informal settlements continues to be a significant sanitation challenge in Sub-Saharan Africa. This research presents an extensive multi-criteria optimization model that integrating technical, financial, and social aspects of Faecal sludge management in Ig [...] Read more

Technical and managerial issues in Water sector

Anthony Fredrick Luvulilo, Adam Omar Karia , Christopher Nditi
31 December 2025

Volume 2 Issue 2 Page 1 - 24

Unpacking Barriers to Customer Satisfaction in Urban Water Service Delivery: A Case Study of Ubungo District, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56542/wi.jwempo.v2.i2.a14.2025

Abstract: Despite sustained investments in Tanzania’s urban water sector, challenges persist in ensuring consistent and high-quality service delivery, particularly in densely populated areas like Ubungo District, Dar es Salaam. This study uses a mixed-methods approach to investigate the key factors inhi [...] Read more

Engineering issues in Water sector

Emmanuel F.Huja, DOGLAS BENJAMINI, Lusajo Mfwango
31 December 2025

Volume 2 Issue 2 Page 1 - 25

Optimizing Water Supply Efficiency: Enhanced Management Strategies and Implementation Framework

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56542/wi.jwempo.v2.i2.a4.2025

Abstract: Despite substantial global infrastructure investments, water distribution systems in tropical coastal urban environments continue to experience losses exceeding 30-40%, significantly above the international benchmark of 15%, primarily due to inadequate existing static optimization models t [...] Read more