MWANANCHI FORUM: Does water matter in learning? Lessons from Uwezo assessment in Tanzania

Lack of water and basic sanitation in school not only affects children’s physical development but also school attendance and academic performance especially the girls who have reached puberty. Many studies have revealed that girls do not attend school during menstruation if clean and adequate latrines are not available (Unicef, SNV and Water Aid report 2008). Their absenteeism often leads to poor school performance and high drop-out rates. In sub-Saharan Africa, more than 50 percent of all girls drop out of primary school because of insufficient access to safe water and inadequate sanitation facilities (Unicef report 2016). Availability of adequate water supply of good quality in school reduces time spent in fetching water, increases health standards, and ensures a favourable environment which increase children’s school attendance (Tanzania National Policy 2002).

MWANANCHI FORUM: Does water matter in learning? Lessons from Uwezo assessment in Tanzania

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