Educational Expectations of School-Age Street Children in Tanzania

Abstract

Abstract This research investigated the expectations of school-age street children who operate in the margins and whose prospects tend to be in limbo despite the country’s commitment to egalitarianism and universalisation of its basic education. The study generated data using interviews, observations, and documentary reviews. The findings suggest that school-age children on the streets were mainly drop-out cases with some not having any formal education. Despite being on the streets, the study found that these school-age children still nurse educational dreams and understand the link between education and employment. Hence, the onus is on stakeholders to adopt mechanisms that unreservedly guarantee universal access to, and participation in education for all Tanzanian children operating in the margins.