Improved Youth Livelihood through Furniture Making for Ulipo Tupo Group at Segerea Ward, Ilala District.

Mwakabeta, Peter Ahobokile (2025) Improved Youth Livelihood through Furniture Making for Ulipo Tupo Group at Segerea Ward, Ilala District. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the livelihood opportunities for young men in Segerea Ward, specifically within the Ulipo Tupo group, with a particular focus on the potential of furniture making as a viable income-generating activity. The primary objectives were to identify the key challenges faced by youth related to unemployment and limited income opportunities, assess the demand for furniture, explore potential market opportunities, and determine the existing skills gap in furniture making along with associated vocational training needs. A mixed-methods research design, combining both quantitative and qualitative approaches, was adopted for the study, utilizing surveys, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews. The findings revealed high unemployment rates among young men, limited demand for locally made furniture, and a significant skills gap in furniture making, while participants expressed a strong interest in acquiring vocational training in this field. The study concluded that addressing the skills gap through targeted training programs and improving access to market opportunities for youth would significantly improve their livelihood prospects. The study recommends establishing vocational training centers focused on furniture making, fostering partnerships with local businesses for market access, and enhancing community involvement in youth empowerment initiatives to effectively tackle unemployment and skill shortages. Additionally, further efforts should be directed toward promoting the furniture-making industry to increase demand and ensure the long-term success of youth employment initiatives in Segerea Ward. Keyword: Livelihood, Furniture, Youth, Unemployment, Income

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