Factors Limitingthe Growth And Development of Small Businesses– Evidence From Mara Region, Tanzania.
Journal Title: IOSR journal of Business and Management - Year 2018, Vol 20, Issue 2
Abstract
Small businesses play a significant role to the economy of Tanzania by creating employment, generating income and help in poverty reduction. In order to grow and prosper small businesses need conducive or supportive business environment. The purpose of the study was to identify the factors that hinder the growth and development of small businesses in Mara Region. The study was exploratory in nature which adopted cross-sectional survey design. The study used a sample size of 235 respondents selected using stratified random sampling method from the target population of 631 small businesses from five districts of Mara Region. Data was collected using structured questionnaire and interview with the business owner. Data was analysed using frequencies and percentages and the results presented using tables. The findings of the study depicts that small businesses in Mara region are surrounded by many challenges that affect their growth, development and sustainability the study recommends that the government should put in place good businesses regulations that support the growth and development of small businesses in the country also Similar study should be conducted in other regions of Tanzania.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Janes O. Samwel PhD
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