The survey, conducted over the first quarter of 2023, presents a comprehensive overview of perceptions and experiences regarding the impact of projects across various sectors in Tanzania with 2800 total number of respondents. Notably, 63% of respondents are aware of the increasing number of projects, with 67% expressing a positive impact on the overall economy. However, only 17% have personally experienced positive economic changes, prompting a closer examination of the factors influencing this discrepancy.
The sectors deemed most impactful include Agriculture, Manufacturing, and Commercial Building, with Economic Infrastructure also recognized by a significant portion of respondents. Challenges hindering the positive impact of projects include Economic Policies (23%) and Infrastructure Challenges (23%), emphasizing the need for targeted interventions.