Assessing the Effectiveness of CDF in Enhancing Access to Quality Education Through School Construction Projects: A Case Study of Selected Schools in Kafue District

This study had been undertaken to assess the effects of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) on Education Sector Growth: The Case of Kafue District, Zambia. The Constituency Development Fund (CDF) had been a key policy intervention in many developing countries, aimed at enhancing local development through decentralized funding. The objectives were to assess the utilization of the CDF in the education sector, evaluate its effects on educational infrastructure development, and identify challenges and opportunities in its implementation. A descriptive survey design was employed, utilizing qualitative methodological paradigms. Primary data was collected through questionnaires and semi-structured interviews, while secondary data was sourced from policy documents, reports. The study analyzed data using SPSS, with a sample of 100 respondents, including CDF committee members, civic leaders, teaching staff, government workers, and community members. Findings revealed a fair level of community engagement in CDF-funded education projects, contributing to transparency in fund allocation and monitoring. However, the number of CDF- funded projects remains inadequate compared to other regions. Key challenges include limited community participation, insufficient funds and poor leadership. The study recommended a structured framework for enhancing community engagement, leadership development programs for CDF managers, advocacy for increased funding, and the integration of digital tools for real-time project monitoring.