Feed the Future Tanzania Land Tenure Assistance (LTA) Monthly Report December 2018

The program focused on supporting the Government of Tanzania (GoT) in its efforts to strengthen land administration and management systems. Key highlights of the program's progress in December 2018 include the issuance of 600 Certificate of Customary Rights of Occupancy (CCROs) in Mapogoro, attended by 600 residents. This marked a significant milestone in the program's efforts to provide secure land tenure to rural communities. The CCRO issuance ceremony was a collaborative effort between the GoT, LTA, and other stakeholders. The program's staffing and management structure remained stable throughout the reporting period. Project personnel and short-term technical assignments were in place to support the program's activities. The USAID Tanzania Mission provided guidance and oversight to the program, while other agencies and donors contributed to the program's success. Field operations and stakeholder participation were critical components of the program. The program engaged with various stakeholders, including the Government of Tanzania, regional and district land officials, technical register under social tenure (TRUST), village representatives, and residents. Activities were conducted in Phase 1 villages, Phase 2 villages, and Mbeya, with a focus on land registry upgrade, CCRO issuance, dispute resolution, and village land use planning. The program also integrated cross-cutting issues and USAID forward priorities, including women's empowerment, youth engagement, and pastoralist support. Women's participation in the program was significant, with 38% of participants being women-headed households. The program's activities aimed to address the needs of these groups and promote inclusive land governance. Implementation challenges and administration and management issues were addressed through regular monitoring and evaluation. The program's activity tracker and gender and youth breakdown provided valuable insights into the program's progress and areas for improvement. The program's achievements in December 2018 included the completion of village land use plans and detailed village settlement plans in Iringa, as well as the issuance of CCROs and village land certificates in Mbeya. The program's progress was also reflected in the increased adoption of sustainable land management practices by rural communities. Overall, the Feed the Future Tanzania Land Tenure Assistance program made significant progress in December 2018, with a focus on improving land tenure security for rural communities in Tanzania. The program's activities aimed to promote inclusive land governance, support women's empowerment, and address the needs of pastoralist communities.