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Accessible Opportunities In The Operations Of Vicoba Groups In Tanzania: A Comprehensive Review Of Literature

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  • Godcryson P. Massawe

    (Assistant lecturer, Tengeru Institute of Community Development (TICD))

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Since its introduction in 1991, the Village Community Banks (VICOBA) has significantly impacted livelihoods in Tanzania, contributing notably to poverty reduction at both community and individual levels. This study provides a comprehensive review of research conducted from 2011-2025, focusing on the accessible opportunities in VICOBA groups across various regions of Tanzania. A total of 25 studies were analyzed, including 12 master’s theses, 10 peer-reviewed journal articles, 1 project report, and 2 books. The review identified six key opportunities provided by VICOBA: access to credit, educational benefits, leadership development, political engagement platforms, social protection, and savings opportunities. However, findings indicate that only 83.3% of these opportunities are fully accessible, while 16.7% which represents health insurance services seized due to unspecified reason. The study underscores the need for strategic support and targeted policy interventions to safeguard and enhance the effectiveness of VICOBA. In particular, reducing political interference in the daily operations of VICOBA groups is crucial for sustaining their role in fostering socio-economic development in Tanzania.

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  • Godcryson P. Massawe, 2025. "Accessible Opportunities In The Operations Of Vicoba Groups In Tanzania: A Comprehensive Review Of Literature," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(9), pages 1038-1045, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-9:p:1038-1045
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    1. Winifrida P Mponzi & Dickson S Msaky & Peter Binyaruka & Emmanuel W Kaindoa, 2023. "Exploring the potential of village community banking as a community-based financing system for house improvements and malaria vector control in rural Tanzania," PLOS Global Public Health, Public Library of Science, vol. 3(11), pages 1-20, November.
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