Exploring challenges faced by orphans in primary schools in ludewa district: a case of ludewa ward
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2022-03-03
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Global scientific journal
Abstract
Background: The growing number of deaths of parents has created groups of children
deprived of parents and parental care because of breakdown of the social safety net,
community-based care, and support arrangements. Consequently, orphaned children are faced
with many challenges which affect school performance.
Methods: Descriptive qualitative study design was conducted using in-depth interviews and
focus group discussion. Participants selected included Street Leaders and heads of households
in Ludewa Ward, Ludewa District, Njombe Region. Data were transcribed verbatim, coded, and
analysed using Grounded Theory approach.
Results: Five themes emerged including self-directed reading time at home, school attendance,
school requirement, grief, and social support systems. Heavy domestic chores after school
affected school attendance and performance and grief coupled with poor social support systems
enhanced psychosocial challenges contributing to poor school attendance and performance.
Conclusion: Concerted effort is required to involve parents, guardians, religious organisations,
and other spheres of influence to advance collaboration across government in order to achieve
a world without orphans and vulnerable children.
Keywords: HIV, orphans, grief, school attendance, school performance, support systems
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HIV, Orphan, School attendance
Citation
Mahanza ,P. ,Chanila,D. ,Minga R., Kaijage T., Mashalla,Y J.2022.Exploring Challenges Faced by O rphans in Primary Schools in Ludewa District: a Case of Ludewa Ward.Volume 10, Issue 3, March 2022,1551pp