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Community Perspectives on Social Cash Transfer for Children with Disabilities in Rural Zambia Viela, Emma; Muzata, Kenneth Kapalu; Simalalo, Magdalene; Ramalia, Aminah
Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): Jurnal Karya Abdi Masyarakat
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Jambi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22437/jkam.v9i1.42728

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This study explores the perceived benefits and challenges of the Social Cash Transfer (SCT) programme for learners with disabilities in Kalumbila District, Zambia. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions involving learners, parents, teachers, and social service officers. The findings reveal that while SCT contributes to improved school attendance and basic educational support, significant barriers persist—including limited awareness, cultural stigma, inadequate outreach, and inconsistent disbursement. Schools played a crucial intermediary role, yet gaps in stakeholder coordination and inclusive communication practices hinder full access for eligible children. The study highlights systemic shortcomings in programme design, especially in addressing the complex needs of children with disabilities. It emphasizes the importance of embedding SCT within a broader inclusive social protection framework, supported by assistive services and multi-level collaboration. Despite offering critical insights, the study is limited by its geographic focus and qualitative scope, which constrain generalizability.
The Practices of Teaching Orientation and Mobility Skills to Students with Visual Impairment in Selected Tanzanian Universities Mwitango, Shemndolwa; Muzata, Kenneth; Simalalo, Magdalene
Indonesian Educational Research Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): Various Learning Strategies in Education to Facilitate Student Learning Outcome
Publisher : CV. Samuel Manurung and Co

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56773/ierj.v3i1.79

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The increased need for independence among individuals with visual impairment poses a deliberate prerequisite to equipping them with orientation and mobility skills.  This study aimed to investigate the practices of teaching orientation and mobility skills among university students with visual impairment in Tanzania.  Understanding the practices used, new and better policies can be developed to improve the training of orientation and mobility for students with visual impairments. The study employed an intrinsic case study design to generate in-depth information on training orientation and mobility for students with visual impairments. Purposively, 25 participants were selected to participate in the study, including students with visual impairment, orientation and mobility specialists, and administrators. Inductive thematic analysis using NVIVO was employed to make sense of data generated from two selected universities using interviews, focus group discussions, observation,s and documentary reviews.  The findings revealed that orientation and mobility are taught in an unstructured environment without proper guidelines to guide the teaching process. Based on the findings, it is recommended that orientation and mobility training should be incorporated into the university policy and curriculum to allow students with visual impairment to learn orientation and mobility systematically for proper mastery of the skills.
Strategies addressing orientation and mobility challenges facing students with visual impairment in selected Tanzanian universities Shemndolwa, Mwitango; Muzata, Kenneth Kapalu; Simalalo, Magdalene
Eureka: Journal of Educational Research Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): In Progress
Publisher : S&Co Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56773/ejer.v4i1.77

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The increased number of students with Visual impairment (VI) in universities has been noticeable in recent years. The growing population faces multiple challenges regarding orientation and mobility (O&M). This study explores the strategies to address the challenges encountered in O&M by university students with VI in Tanzania. An intrinsic case study design was employed to generate in-depth information on the challenges and strategies used to overcome the obstacles faced in the orientation and mobility for students with visual impairment. Eighteen students with VI, three orientation and mobility specialists and four administrators were purposively selected to participate in the study. Data were collected through interviews, focus group discussions and observation to ensure data triangulation. Inductive thematic analysis was used to make sense of the data generated from two selected universities. The findings revealed a variety of challenges, including internal and external challenges such as unsupportive infrastructure, extreme fear and an absence of clear landmarks in the university environments. The strategies employed to overcome these challenges included self-development, resilience, as well as awareness and adaptability to the environment. Based on the findings, it is recommended that universities continue to build and modify infrastructure while considering the inclusivity of students with VI to facilitate effective use of O&M skills, allowing for confident and independent movement within the universities.
Co-Authors Aminah Ramalia Muzata, kenneth Muzata, Kenneth Kapalu Mwitango, Shemndolwa Shemndolwa, Mwitango Viela, Emma