http://repository.mocu.ac.tz/xmlui/handle/123456789/10 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:36:17 GMT 2026-04-07T12:36:17Z http://repository.mocu.ac.tz/xmlui/handle/123456789/304 Banking and Finance: Theory, Law and Practice Mataba, Lucas D. Over the last five decades banking has changed tremendously both in theory and practice. The technological advancements and the gradual but consistent paradigm shift from the traditional collateral driven lending policy to purpose oriented lending are some of the remarkable developments which call for new knowledge and practice. Moreover, the increasing demand for financial inclusion to cater for expanding economic activities in the rural areas and the mounting middle-class quest for efficient financial services in the urban areas continue to overwhelm the already overstretched financial sector. The writer discusses these challenges and emerging banking opportunities in the wake of technological advancement in the banking sector. The author uses clear and concise approach to allow readers grasp the banking concepts with little difficulties. One of the interesting features of the book is the inclusion of a dispute settlement structure between bankers and customers in the Indian banking system. Moreover, the inclusion of co-operative banking and microfinance themes seem to increase the value of the book. Even though the book is meant for B. Com syllabus for Indian university students, the materials are still relevant to undergraduate students in other developing countries, Tanzania inclusive. One of the major weaknesses of the book is a disproportionate inclination of banking and financial services topics with little discussions on other finance areas. Yet, the book is still resourceful for lecturers, students and professionals majoring in financial institutions at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It is also useful to consultants in the financial service sector. Banking, Accounting and Finance Fri, 01 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT http://repository.mocu.ac.tz/xmlui/handle/123456789/304 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z http://repository.mocu.ac.tz/xmlui/handle/123456789/134 Essentials of Commerce in East Africa (Book Review) Mgema, Japhet Methusela Commerce has been a vital and indispensable instrument towards economic development in Africa and the rest of the world. This work gives a review of a book titled; Essentials of commerce in east Africa – 5th Edition by Safdar Ali Butt who discussed the essentials of commerce in the context of the East African region. The purpose of reviewing this book was to deepen understanding of commerce and its allied activities, explore the models and ways for successful commercial activities. This book is divided into three parts namely Trade, Aids to Trade and Forms of ownership whereby the author discussed issues in commerce and provided practical scenarios, questions, examples and illustrations which foster easier understanding of the focal points. Despite the remarkable discussions, the book has some flaws particularly the failure to provide a rigorous discussion on issues related to e-commerce, risks associated with international trade and mitigation measures since there are more inherent risks in export and import activities and the role of e-commerce to international business practitioners. Also, more discussion on marketing boards would have been provided by the author as these units provide essential services which if were left to the private enterprises the public might be exploited. It is recommended that the inclusion of e-commerce, risks associated with international trade and its mitigation measure and contemporary issues in the book would have significantly added more value to the usefulness of the book. Nevertheless, the book is very resourceful to university faculty members, students especially those pursuing business studies. The book also is a useful instrument to researchers, policy makers at both local and international levels and business practitioners. Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT http://repository.mocu.ac.tz/xmlui/handle/123456789/134 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z