Disparities in water accessibility in primary schools: insights from Mvomero District, Tanzania
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Date
2024
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Publisher
International Journal of Education and Social Science Research (IJESSR)
Abstract
Water is a crucial need in schools as it supports healthy practices and other important school activities.
This study investigates water availability situation in primary schools of Mvomero district of Tanzania.
The study utilized a descriptive design. A sample of four primary schools was selected, and data were
gathered from 300 students and 23 teachers using questionnaires. The study utilized various aspects as
indicators for water scarcity condition including accessibility by distance, sufficiency for various
activities, water infrastructures conditions and cleanliness of the water provided at school. Findings
revealed disparities in water availability across different schools. 2 of the sampled schools had water
scarcity whereas the other 2 had no water scarcity. Schools with water scarcity obtained water from
longer distances, infrastructures were not functional, water for various activities was not sufficient and
the water was not clean unlike schools with no water scarcity. It was recommended that investments
in water infrastructure construction and maintenance should be prioritized in the affected schools.
Also, training on water management practices and engaging local communities to support schools with
scarcity could serve as important initiatives towards dealing with this problem.
Description
International Journal of Education and Social Science Research (IJESSR) 7 (5): pp. 126-141
Keywords
Water scarcity, Primary schools, Infrastructure, Academic engagement, Tanzania
Citation
https://ijessr.com/link6.php?id=978