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Author(s):
Beatrice I. Njokamtaly.
Page No : 1-20
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The Influence of Product Packaging Design on Brand Awareness: A Case Study of Hill Water in Tanzania
Abstract
This study investigates the influence of product packaging design on brand awareness, focusing on Hill Water in Tanzania. The background highlights how packaging plays a critical role in distinguishing brands, especially in competitive markets like Tanzania's bottled water sector. The primary objective is to assess how packaging structure, size, and information contribute to Hill Water’s brand recognition and recall. The study is grounded in Aaker’s Brand Equity Model, which suggests that elements of packaging such as design, size, and informative features directly impact consumer perceptions, fostering brand loyalty and awareness. Using a quantitative approach, data was collected from 334 consumers and retailers in Dar es Salaam via structured surveys. Descriptive and inferential statistics, including regression analysis, were used to analyze the data. Key findings reveal that packaging structure (e.g., ergonomic design and durability), packaging size (e.g., availability of various bottle sizes), and packaging information (e.g., clear labeling and use of Kiswahili) all positively influence brand awareness. Packaging structure emerged as the most significant factor, followed closely by packaging size and information. The study concludes that Hill Water’s packaging has successfully differentiated the brand in a crowded market, particularly through functional and aesthetic design features that enhance visibility and consumer trust. The study recommends that Hill Water continue to improve its packaging structure, expand size options, and maintain clear, culturally relevant information to strengthen brand awareness and consumer loyalty. These findings offer valuable insights for other brands seeking to leverage packaging design as a strategic marketing tool.
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Author(s):
Emmanuel Chao, Nashwat Hamis, Lwako Lubida, Marry Mushi.
Page No : 21-35
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Drivers of SMEs cluter competitiveness
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This study investigates the drivers of cluster competitiveness among Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Tanzania, with a focus on how collaborative, innovative, environmental, and social dimensions contribute to sustainable competitiveness. A mixed-methods research design was adopted, integrating both qualitative and quantitative approaches to capture the complexity of SME cluster dynamics. Qualitative insights were obtained through in-depth interviews with key stakeholders in entrepreneurship hubs and cluster-supporting institutions, while quantitative data were collected via structured surveys administered to a sample of 178 SME respondents. The findings reveal that cluster collaboration, cluster innovation, cluster environmental sustainability, and cluster social sustainability all exert a significant positive influence on SME cluster competitiveness. Collaboration was found to enhance knowledge sharing, trust, and collective efficiency; innovation stimulated technological upgrading and adaptive capacity; environmental sustainability improved efficiency, resilience, and market attractiveness; while social sustainability reinforced trust, inclusivity, and reputational capital. Collectively, these drivers demonstrate that SME competitiveness within clusters extends beyond individual firm capabilities to the systemic advantages generated through cooperation, innovation, and sustainability practices. The study contributes to cluster theory and SME development discourse by highlighting the multidimensional factors that foster long-term competitiveness and provides policy implications for strengthening cluster ecosystems in developing economies.
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Author(s):
Lidya Nyamwanji.
Page No : 36-61
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The Role of Influencer Marketing in Building Brand Awareness in the Digital Era: A Case of Airtel Tanzania
Abstract
This study examined the role of influencer marketing on brand awareness, using Airtel Tanzania as a case study. The research focused on three key dimensions of influencer marketing: influencer-generated content, audience engagement, and the role of social media platforms. Using a structured questionnaire given to a sample of 384 people, a mixed research approach was employed. Descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multiple linear regression were used to analyze the data and identify the link between brand awareness results and influencer marketing approaches. The results indicated that brand awareness for Airtel was favorably and notably affected by all three parts of influencer marketing. Among them, audience engagement and social media platform usage came after influencer-generated content. The Two-Step Flow Theory and Social Identity Theory, helped to explain the way people receive, interpret, and absorb messages from opinion leaders inside social groups, supported the study. Findings showed that correct platform choice, interactive content, and content quality all contribute significantly to improving brand visibility and recognition among digital customers. The research finds that influencer marketing should be seen as a strategic element of digital marketing plans because it is an effective tool for raising brand awareness. It advises companies to create original content, promote meaningful influencer-audience engagement, and thoughtfully choose channels that fit the preferences of their target audience. Limitations regarding scope and technique are also noted in the study, together with recommendations for more research, including longitudinal studies and cross-industry analysis. Generally, the study adds insightful contributions to the changing subject of influencer marketing in Tanzania's digital environment.
Keywords: Influencer marketing, Brand awareness, Audience engagement, Social media platforms
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Author(s):
Betty Mandyanga.
Page No : 62-129
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The Role of Influencer Marketing on Marketing Performance: The Case of Coca-Cola Company in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
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This study examines the role of influencer marketing on marketing performance of Coca-Cola in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The study was guided by three specific objectives i.e. examining the role of influencers ‘expertise on marketing performance; analysing the role of celebrity product endorsement on marketing performance, and examining the role of influencers’ trustworthiness on marketing performance. A quantitative approach and cross-sectional design were employed, with data collected through structured questionnaires from 381 Coca-Cola customers selected via snowball sampling. Statistical analysis involving correlation tests and multiple linear regression was employed for this study. Key findings indicate that influencer expertise significantly enhanced brand understanding. Celebrity endorsements demonstrated the strongest impact on marketing performance, and Influencer trustworthiness positively influenced brand awareness. The study concludes that influencer marketing especially celebrity endorsements significantly boost Coca-Cola’s marketing performance in Tanzania. Recommendations include prioritizing expert influencers to foster innovation and ad recall, investing in celebrity partnerships aligned with brand values to maximize reach, and enforcing transparency in promotions to build trust. Further research should explore digital strategies for influencer efficacy across Tanzania’s diverse regions.
Keywords: Marketing Performance, Influencer Expertise, Celebrity Endorsements, Influencer Trustworthiness