Improved Income to Women of UMOJA MAKUTI "A" through Liquid Soap Making in Magomeni Ward at Kinondoni Municipality, Dar Es Salaam.

Kiumulio,, Maulidi Ally (2025) Improved Income to Women of UMOJA MAKUTI "A" through Liquid Soap Making in Magomeni Ward at Kinondoni Municipality, Dar Es Salaam. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This paper focusses at a project that the Umoja Makuti "A" Group undertook in Magomeni Ward, Kinondoni District, Dar es Salaam, with the goal of economically empowering women through liquid soap making. The project aimed to address the important need for long-term income-generating activities for women in rural communities, where economic disparities and gender inequality are widespread issues. A participatory needs assessment highlighted significant impediments to women's economic participation, such as limited access to money, insufficient occupational training, and a lack of market opportunities. The project was constructed on a solid methodological foundation, using both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to gain a complete grasp of the target group's socioeconomic conditions and specialised demands. The findings indicated that liquid soap manufacture could be a viable microenterprise because it uses local resources and requires little initial expenditure. The project's implementation strategy was carefully planned to encourage community participation and assure long-term viability. A monitoring system was set up to track important performance factors such as production volume, sales income, and participant satisfaction. Regular feedback sessions with community members and stakeholders were held to identify obstacles and opportunities for development. The review found a considerable beneficial impact on household incomes and women's empowerment, with participants reporting greater financial independence, decision-making capacity, and social status in the community. Sustainability was a key objective, with measures such as reinvesting revenues, forming strong local ties, and investigating product diversification to ensure operations continued beyond the initial funding phase. Furthermore, the project attempted to build a supportive environment for women entrepreneurs by providing access to financial services, marketplaces, and ongoing training opportunities. Keywords: Liquid Soap, Umoja Makuti "A" Group, Magomeni Ward.

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