The Impact of Community-Based Development Programs on Educational Attainment and Academic Performance in Sub-Saharan Africa

Aisha Ashaba J.

Department of Education Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

This study examines the effectiveness of Community-Based Development Programs (CBDPs) in addressing educational resource shortfalls and barriers in sub-Saharan Africa. CBDPs empower local communities to make decisions and allocate resources, aiming to improve the quantity and quality of education services. Focusing on sub-Saharan Africa, where challenges like high costs and time commitments hinder schooling, CBDPs aim to reduce these barriers and enhance participation in education programs. By analyzing the impact of CBDPs on educational attainment and academic performance, particularly through initiatives like the Free Primary Education (FPE) intervention and partnerships with local NGOs, this study sheds light on their effectiveness in promoting secondary school retention and learning. The research evaluates various interventions, including small-group instruction, tutoring, technology assistance, and mixed approaches, and explores the pathways through which CBDPs influence educational outcomes. Findings suggest that CBDPs positively impact enrollment rates, transitions to secondary school, and academic performance, especially among vulnerable populations. However, further investigation is needed to understand the nuanced effects on different demographic groups and the long-term sustainability of CBDPs.

Keywords:  Development Programs, Sub-Saharan Africa, Education, Free Primary Education, NGO partnerships and Academic Performance

CITE AS: Aisha Ashaba J. (2024). The Impact of Community-Based Development Programs on Educational Attainment and Academic Performance in Sub-Saharan Africa. RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN EDUCATION 3(1):22-27.