Influence of Economic Distress on Dropping out of School: A Case Study of Selected Secondary Schools in Nabbingo, Wakiso District, Uganda

The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of economic distress on dropping out of school. a case study of selected secondary schools in Nabbingo Wakiso District-Uganda. The specific objectives of the study were to find out the cause of school dropout, to find out the impact of economic distress on school dropout and establish solutions to the school dropout problem in Nabbingo Wakiso District District, Uganda. The methods used for data collection were interviews for the parents and questionnaires for teachers and students 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. Basing on the findings. It was observed that economic distress negatively affected and caused school drop-outs in Nabbingo Wakiso district, developed some of solutions to the problems, effects and causes of drop out. The findings suggested some recommendations on areas of providing free education for all students, bursaries and also dealing with parents who force their children in early marriage. Keywords: Economic distress; School dropout; Nabbingo Wakiso District; Education solutions; Early marriage prevention