The Impact of COVID-19 on Primary and Secondary Schooling in Mogadishu
Abstract
Background: Since December 2019, the COVID – 19 pandemic has been circulating in Somalia and other areas of the country. The disease has had a global impact on social, physical, psychological, and educational systems. The study examines how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the educational process in Mogadishu, Somalia's primary and secondary schools. Aim: This study aims to explore the effect of COVID – 19 on Primary and Secondary Schooling in Mogadishu – Somalia. Methods: This study used a descriptive quantitative analysis design and was performed in a random sample of primary and secondary schools in Mogadishu. The survey data was obtained from 329 schools representing 274 head teachers. A self-administered questionnaire was used to gather information about the head teacher, including background information, activity, and student information. Findings: During the coronavirus, the most of the head teachers were concerned and stressed. The study also showed that the majority of schools are private and rent, that school income is dependent on student tuition, and that school income has declined as a result of the pandemic outbreak, and that the majority of schools have not obtained any financial aid from the government. Conclusion: The principals have learned a valuable lesson that they will apply in the future when dealing with unforeseen circumstances.