Determinants for Girls Drop Out Among Secondary School Students in Tanzania: A Case Study of Kasulu Town Council in Kigoma Region.

Ndyana,, Kelvina S. (2022) Determinants for Girls Drop Out Among Secondary School Students in Tanzania: A Case Study of Kasulu Town Council in Kigoma Region. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

The main objective for this study was to investigate participants’ understanding about the determinants for girls’ dropout in secondary schools within Kasulu town district in Kigoma region. The study employed qualitative research design, conducting individual interviews with 98 participants: The study was guided Deviant Theory. Data were collected through questionnaires, interviews, and documentary review. Qualitative data were analyzed through thematic analysis. The study found that Family relationships, family education, household income, gendered traditions and school-related factors emerged as key factors influencing the decision to drop out or stay in school. Family members who encourage female students contribute to retention, while household financial difficulties, gendered traditions, and aspects of the school system such as a lack of female teachers contribute toward dropout. The structure of the education system, policies, practices and the role of the school, implementing organizations, and the community were emphasized. We conclude with recommendations for teachers, schools and NGOs: introducing cash payments to support families with girls in school, sensitizing the community about the significance of education for girls, involving parents and family members in girls’ education, setting up measures to monitor student attendance with regular follow-up, employing more female teachers in schools, establishing peer mentoring partnerships, and involving female learners in policy decisions. Keywords: Girls’, Drop Out, Secondary Schools, Kasulu Town Council

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