Role of Formal Education in Poverty Alleviation at Hargeisa: Somalia

Abstract

The main purpose of this study was to identify the role of formal education in poverty alleviation at Hargeisa –Somalia. It also examines how formal education is a viable way to eradicating poverty. The researcher interviewed and distributed questionnaires among the students who studied in the following universities: Hargeisa University, Golis University, and Admas University. Meanwhile, the respondents of this study agreed that the role of formal education contributes to the reduction and elimination of people’s poverty. The study used and relied on an explanatory type of research design and focusing on the facts, views, sensitivity as well as experiences of the respondents. The study used both qualitative and quantitative methods focusing on primary and secondary data likewise the data was collected through questionnaires and interviews. The sample of the study covered 80 people who were representative of both gender and different categories. Descriptive statistics were used in quantitative data analysis. Responses from closed-ended and open-ended questions were moved into a summary sheet. The data were analyzed using SPSS and Excel Microsoft. The findings were presented using tables and graphs. There were time limitations which are a constraint to collect huge data and even to go fields like some universities to conduct information related to the study which is very limited time compared to the weight of the study. The financial constraint is also major obstacles which researcher faced, However, the use of the questionnaire helped in gathering a lot of information within a short time. The study illustrates the role of formal education in poverty reduction, mostly students were answered the reduction of poverty, and development strategies. Both are commonly affected by formal education, we can understand that the role of formal education in poverty alleviation is more important.