ABSTRACT

The study aimed at finding out factors affecting girl-child education in Bungokho South Constituency. It was realized that in other parts of Uganda girl-child education had deeply taken place while as in Bungokho it has not. In this research a combination of both quantitative and qualitative design were used for this study. Also purposive sampling as a method in research was used to find out the necessary informktion pertains the study. The findings revealed that the factors affecting girl-child education in Bungokho South Constituency which included negative attitudes of the community unclear policies, lack of sensitization, natural calamities among others. The findings indicate the need for increased sensitization, formulation of clear policies, guidance and counseling, improve on teaching methods, teachers should go for re-fresher courses. However, it is hoped that another research should be carried out to find more factors effecting girl-child education in the study area.