Socio-Economic and Psychological Consequences of Incomplete Compulsory Land Acquisition: Evidence from Kayanga Town, Karagwe District, Tanzania
Socio-Economic And Psychological Consequences
Keywords:
Compulsory Land Acquisition, Project abandonement, Community involvement., Psychological Impacts, Community Involvement, Land Market Dynamics, TanzaniaAbstract
Compulsory Land Acquisition (CLA) projects in Tanzania are often left incomplete, resulting in disruptions to social networks and substantial psychological distress, including uncertainty and displacement. These challenges contribute to increased legal disputes, weaken trust in governmental institutions, and provoke conflicts over land use. This study employed a quantitative approach, using structured questionnaires administered to Project Affected Persons (PAPs) to assess the socio-economic and psychological consequences of stalled CLA projects. Statistical analyses, including Chi-square tests, revealed significant associations between incomplete CLA projects and psychological distress and litigation patterns. Quantitative results indicate that over 60% of respondents experienced delayed or incomplete compensation, which adversely affected household economic stability. Community involvement varied significantly by gender, employment status, and education level, with male respondents accounting for between 58.8% and 71.1% of high participation categories compared to females (28.9% – 41.2%). Education also showed a strong gradient effect, with respondents holding secondary education or higher contributing up to 64.7% – 68% of participation levels. The study underscores the need for policies and interventions that promote inclusive community participation, equitable access to information, robust legal compliance, and comprehensive support mechanisms. Enhancing transparency, stakeholder engagement, and effective monitoring is essential to mitigate the adverse impacts of incomplete CLA projects and to support sustainable development.
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