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To explore community and peer influences on high school student dropout rates in rural uMhlathuze, South Africa.

May 2, 2026Social SciencesOpen Access

Challenges of School Disengagement: Exploring Community and Peer Influences on High School Student Dropout in Rural uMhlathuze, South Africa

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To explore community and peer influences on high school student dropout rates in rural uMhlathuze, South Africa.
Qualitative research design employed with semi-structured interviews.
Total of 20 interviews conducted including parents, community leaders, teachers, and students.
Thematic analysis used for theme identification and analysis.
Evidence of lack of community support contributing to school dropout.
Peer pressure leads to negative behaviors, such as drug abuse and early marriages.
Parents and guardians play a crucial role in discouraging dropout practices.

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LNLindokuhle Sibusiso NhlenyamaUniversity of Zululand SASamson AdewumiUniversity of Zululand

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Exploratory qualitative study examines community and peer influences on dropout rates among high school students in rural South Africa, highlighting the need for support.

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Nhlenyama et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69f594fc71405d493afffdf5 https://doi.org/10.3390/socsci15050283

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Exploratory qualitative study examines community and peer influences on dropout rates among high school students in rural South Africa, highlighting the need for support.

Challenges of School Disengagement: Exploring Community and Peer Influences on High School Student Dropout in Rural uMhlathuze, South Africa

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Challenges of School Disengagement: Exploring Community and Peer Influences on High School Student Dropout in Rural uMhlathuze, South Africa

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