Assessing the Impact Assessment of Gender-Based Violence on Women’s Health in Tanzania: A Case of Moshi Municipal Council.

Mbarouk, Sophia (2025) Assessing the Impact Assessment of Gender-Based Violence on Women’s Health in Tanzania: A Case of Moshi Municipal Council. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study aimed at assessing the impact of gender-based violence on women’s health in Moshi Municipal Council. Specifically, the study investigated the impact of physical violence, sexual violence and emotional violence on women's health. Radical feminist theory was employed in this study. The methodology for this study employed a pragmatic research philosophy and a mixed approach, utilizing a descriptive research design. The area of focus was Moshi Municipal Council, targeting a population of 184,292 individuals, with a sample size of 400 respondents selected through simple random sampling techniques. Data collection involved both primary methods, including questionnaires and interviews, and secondary methods through documentary reviews. For data analysis, quantitative data was processed using SPSS, employing descriptive statistics and inferential statistics, while qualitative data was analyzed through content analysis. The study unveiled that a significant number of women experienced physical violence, with many reporting bruises, cuts, or scars as a consequence. Findings revealed that a substantial number of women reported experiencing unwanted sexual touching, with many subjected to forced sexual intercourse against their will. The study found that many women experienced verbal insults as a form of emotional violence, leading to feelings of belittlement and diminished self-worth. The study recommends collaboration between health authorities and community organizations to implement education programs on the physical consequences of violence and early intervention. It also calls for improved reporting mechanisms and support services for survivors of sexual violence, alongside integrating mental health services into healthcare. Future research should explore men's perspectives on violence against women and its health effects. Keywords: Gender-based violence, women’s health, Moshi Municipal Council

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