Effects Of Poverty On The Academic Performance Of Learners In The Selected Primary Schools Of Asego Division Homa-Bay District-Kenya

ABSTRACT

The purpose of this study was to establish the effects of poverty on learners' academic

peiformance of the selected schools in Asego Division Homa-Bay District Kenya. The

specific objectives of the study were to investigate the relationship between the effects

mentioned and academic peiformance in Asego Division, and to investigate the role of

the community in alleviating poverty and improving education in Asego Division. The

methods used for data collection were questionnaires to the staff members of the schools

and learners involved in the study. The findings were presented and interpreted in

relation to the study objectives and research questions. While linking to the existing

literature, results included demographic characteristics, frequency and percentages.

Based on the findings, it was observed that poverty affected the academic peiformance of

learners negatively. In chapter five, development of solutions to the problem, summary of

the findings and conclusions were attempted. The findings suggested recommendations on areas pertaining to the provision of school facilities for learners to learn well.