Quantitative data were analyzed using SPSS, while qualitative data were thematically analyzed. Findings reveal a gendered division of labor, with women primarily handling indoor cleaning tasks and men focusing on outdoor maintenance. Cleaners face economic challenges (low wages, salary delays),
The study found that the principals exhibited transformational leadership style (mean of means = 4.25), even though some principals were perceived as transactional leaders (mean of means = 3.45). Principals were perceived as least exhibiting a laissez-faire leadership style (mean = 2.45). On the
The empowerment of women at different levels of leadership in the education sector across the country is notable. However, in secondary schools’ leadership; ranging from Deans of Studies, Heads of Departments, and Principals in Co-educational schools, Chairpersons of Boards of Management,
