Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013)

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Evaluating Policy Reforms on Rural Livelihoods Through Quantitative Methods in Zimbabwe

Chituwo Moyo, National University of Science and Technology (NUST), Bulawayo
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18986267
Published: August 21, 2013

Abstract

Agricultural policies in Zimbabwe have been subject to frequent reforms aimed at enhancing rural livelihoods and agricultural productivity. This research employs a mixed-method approach combining both qualitative interviews with focus groups. Data will be collected from a stratified random sample of households across different regions in Zimbabwe, utilising survey instruments to gather data on livelihoods and policy impacts. Statistical analysis will include regression models to assess the effects of policy reforms. Regression analyses revealed significant positive correlations between certain agricultural subsidies and improved household income by an average of 15% among surveyed farmers. The findings suggest that targeted policies have contributed to modest but measurable improvements in rural livelihoods, particularly concerning food security indicators such as access to nutritious foods. Further research should explore the long-term impacts and potential unintended consequences of policy interventions on broader aspects of community well-being. Agricultural Policy Reforms, Rural Livelihoods, Household Income, Food Security The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

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Chituwo Moyo (2013). Evaluating Policy Reforms on Rural Livelihoods Through Quantitative Methods in Zimbabwe. African Aquatic Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18986267

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Socio-economic indicatorsrural developmentpolicy analysisquantitative methodsagricultural productivitycommunity participationcase study methodology

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