Glittering Hope: Evaluating the bicycles for educational empowerment (BEEP) programme as panacea to inclusive education in Zimbabwe
This study evaluates the impact of the Bicycle for Educational Empowerment Program (BEEP) on improving access to education for rural learners in Zimbabwe. Using a quasi-experimental design, the study analyzed data from 1445 learners across 12 schools (6 treatment, six control) over five years (2018–...
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| description | This study evaluates the impact of the Bicycle for Educational Empowerment Program (BEEP) on improving access to education for rural learners in Zimbabwe. Using a quasi-experimental design, the study analyzed data from 1445 learners across 12 schools (6 treatment, six control) over five years (2018–2022). Descriptive statistics, Kaplan-Meier survival analysis, and difference-in-differences (DiD) were employed to assess school attendance, re-enrollment, and dropout rates. Results showed a statistically significant (ρ < 0.05) increase in school attendance re-enrollment and reduced dropout rates among BEEP beneficiaries. However, challenges included inadequate maintenance strategies, safety concerns, and a lack of a disability-sensitive approach. The study concludes that BEEP positively influences educational outcomes but urgently requires an integrated model for sustainability. Future programming should address logistical and equity concerns to ensure long-term success. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-0ab44dccf8b64fc296c3a29f02edfa332025-01-30T05:14:57ZengElsevierSocial Sciences and Humanities Open2590-29112025-01-0111101314Glittering Hope: Evaluating the bicycles for educational empowerment (BEEP) programme as panacea to inclusive education in ZimbabweTaruvinga Muzingili0Raymond Taruvinga1Lecturer at Department of Social Work, Midland State University, Harare, Zimbabwe; Corresponding author.Lecturer, Department of Social Work, Africa University, Mutare, Zimbabwe; Research Associate at University of Pretoria, South AfricaThis study evaluates the impact of the Bicycle for Educational Empowerment Program (BEEP) on improving access to education for rural learners in Zimbabwe. Using a quasi-experimental design, the study analyzed data from 1445 learners across 12 schools (6 treatment, six control) over five years (2018–2022). Descriptive statistics, Kaplan-Meier survival analysis, and difference-in-differences (DiD) were employed to assess school attendance, re-enrollment, and dropout rates. Results showed a statistically significant (ρ < 0.05) increase in school attendance re-enrollment and reduced dropout rates among BEEP beneficiaries. However, challenges included inadequate maintenance strategies, safety concerns, and a lack of a disability-sensitive approach. The study concludes that BEEP positively influences educational outcomes but urgently requires an integrated model for sustainability. Future programming should address logistical and equity concerns to ensure long-term success.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590291125000415BicycleEducationRural areasEmpowerment |
| spellingShingle | Taruvinga Muzingili Raymond Taruvinga Glittering Hope: Evaluating the bicycles for educational empowerment (BEEP) programme as panacea to inclusive education in Zimbabwe Social Sciences and Humanities Open Bicycle Education Rural areas Empowerment |
| title | Glittering Hope: Evaluating the bicycles for educational empowerment (BEEP) programme as panacea to inclusive education in Zimbabwe |
| title_full | Glittering Hope: Evaluating the bicycles for educational empowerment (BEEP) programme as panacea to inclusive education in Zimbabwe |
| title_fullStr | Glittering Hope: Evaluating the bicycles for educational empowerment (BEEP) programme as panacea to inclusive education in Zimbabwe |
| title_full_unstemmed | Glittering Hope: Evaluating the bicycles for educational empowerment (BEEP) programme as panacea to inclusive education in Zimbabwe |
| title_short | Glittering Hope: Evaluating the bicycles for educational empowerment (BEEP) programme as panacea to inclusive education in Zimbabwe |
| title_sort | glittering hope evaluating the bicycles for educational empowerment beep programme as panacea to inclusive education in zimbabwe |
| topic | Bicycle Education Rural areas Empowerment |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590291125000415 |
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