Education
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Msengezi Volleyball Team scoop gold medal
Writes Nhau Mangirazi Msengezi High School clinched a gold medal after winning the National Association School Heads (NASH) volleyball under the girls’ cluster competition on Friday in Mutare. The school was representing Mashonaland West province in the NASH U20 volleyball finals held in Mutare drawn from 12 schools representing all provinces with Bulawayo and Harare…
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Language Legacy Expo to honour culture and heritage through literary and visual arts
Consultus Publishing Services (CPS), in partnership with LitFest Harare, is launching the Language Legacy Expo on Saturday, July 27h at CPS Head Office in Eastlea, Harare. The launch heralds the beginning of a 10-week expo organized by Consultus Publishing Services (CPS) to honour culture and heritage through literary and visual arts. This expo aims…
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Chedonje Primary School scoops first position during the environmental quiz competition
Writes Chimeno Azriel Chedonje Primary School won the prestigious Environmental Quiz Competition finals held at Highbury Hotel and Conference Center in Kadoma last Thursday. Sanyati District Primary schools converged at the magnificent hotel and battled each other for the coveted environmental quiz competition and learners proved that they were ready to fight climate change as…
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Father Flower Group of Schools Clinches Victory in National ball games Competition
Writes Thomas Faranando In a thrilling display of athleticism and teamwork, Father Flower Group of Schools emerged victorious in the highly anticipated National ball games competitions in Harare on Thursday. The school’s teams dominated at the National ball games finals pitting the Christ Group of Schools and Father Flower Group of schools, showcasing their exceptional…
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Principal’s Visionary Approach to Education: Nurturing Young Minds at Father Flower Academy
Writes Thomas Faranando In a world where education is often reduced to mere academics, Mr. Jimmy Remekani, a dedicated Kadoma-based educator, is revolutionising the way we approach learning. Through his innovative Father Flower Academy, he is not only providing quality education but also investing in the holistic development of young people through sports and Arts.…
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Zimnat General Insurance settles claim, donates books to St. Francis Pimai Primary School
Zimnat General Insurance announced the successful restoration of St. Francis Pimai Primary School in the Eastern Highlands, following the devastation caused by the recent cyclone. The school, insured with Zimnat General Insurance, received a swift and comprehensive payout for property damages, allowing them to rebuild classrooms and staff quarters with minimal disruption to their academic…
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Supporting the Education and Health of Young Mothers in Africa
By Etleva Kadilli, Nisha; and Alexandros K Makarigakis An estimated 282 million young people aged 10-24 will reside in Eastern and Southern Africa by 2050. The potential of this population could be transformational. Yet currently, only a quarter of these young people complete upper secondary school and a quarter of young women aged 20-24 give…
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Irene Christian College Hosts Successful Science Expo and Awards Ceremony
The Irene Science expo, Careers’ Day, and awards ceremony event held at Irene Christian College in Marlborough, Harare, was a resounding success. The event, which took place on 27th and 28th June, saw the participation of 14 schools, including prestigious institutions such as Prince Edward School, Mabvuku High School, Milestone College, Sacred Heart College, and…
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Empowering Youth Through Football: Vana Vedu Organisation Takes a Stand Against Substance Abuse
Writes Panashe Gwesu In a groundbreaking initiative, Vana Vedu Organization, via its junior football club, an affiliate of the Chitungwiza Junior Football Development League and the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA), has undertaken a dual mission of empowering youths and combating drug and substance abuse. The organization, known for its commitment to helping underprivileged young people,…
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Pan African Parliament workshop tackles deficiencies in the education sector
The Pan African Parliament (PAP) has held a workshop on the African Union (AU) theme of the year 2024, “Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century: Building Resilient Education Systems for Increased Access to Inclusive, lifelong, quality, and relevant learning in Africa.” In welcoming participants, Chief Fortune Zephania Charumbira, the President of the PAP,…
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World Desertification Day celebration 2024: Raising Awareness of a Growing Global Crisis
On the 24th of June 2024, Sabino Canyon International College, Oxford Study Center, and Climate Action Network Zimbabwe held a successful Desertification Day commemoration event at Canyon International College school premises in Marlborough, Harare. The event featured student-led activities showcasing their knowledge of environmental topics through debates, quizzes, and impactful poetry performances. The engagement helps…
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SCIC mobilises stakeholders for World Desertification Day commemorations
Sabino Canyon International College (SCIC) today hosts the World Desertification Day commemorative celebrations to raise awareness about the impact of desertification on the environment. The learning institution encourages the conservation and promotion of sustainable practices including afforestation and reforestation. The Day was commemorated worldwide on 17 June 2024. The theme for this year is “United…
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PAP Ordinary Session to evaluate progress in building resilient education systems in Africa
The 3rd Ordinary Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) will get underway from 24 June to 5 July 2024 in Midrand, South Africa under the African Union (AU) theme for 2024: “Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century: Building Resilient Education Systems for Increased Access to Inclusive, Lifelong, Quality, and…
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Chidora wins inaugural short story prize… Promises a short story collection
Renowned Zimbabwean writer and academic, Dr Tanaka Chidora, is the inaugural winner of the Carnelian Heart Publishing Short Story Prize for Africa 2024. Announcing the winner and two runners-up on their social media handles, Carnelian Heart Publishing said that they received more than one hundred submissions from all over Africa. From those submissions, 20 entries…
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Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance in Zimbabwe on Day of the African Child 2024
Writes Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance in Zimbabwe On this Day of the African Child, we, the Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance in Zimbabwe, join the continent in celebrating the theme: “Education for All Children in Africa: The Time is Now.” Education is the cornerstone of development and the key to unlocking the potential of…
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580,000 young children in Zimbabwe are living in severe food poverty
Zimbabwe’s activities to improve children’s diet diversity and prevent malnutrition need more funding to be scaled up Around 181 million children worldwide under 5 years of age – one in four children – are experiencing severe child food poverty, making them up to 50 percent more likely to experience wasting, a life-threatening form of malnutrition,…
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Herbert Mutanda launches second book about safeguarding the country’s heritage
Writes Chimeno Azriel Upcoming and adorned writer, Herbert Mutanda today uncloaked his second book entitled Gomo reBudiriro at the Media Lab, University of Zimbabwe. The book is Herbert Mutanda’s second publication after he had his first publication “Wakapindwa nei?” and it is about unity, peace, and safeguarding the heritage. Speaking to this writer, he said…
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Manunure High School Student Aims to Conquer Miss Midlands Title
Writes Panashe Gwesu Nokutenda Bungu, a determined 16-year-old form 4 student at Manunure High School in Kwekwe, has set her sights on claiming the prestigious title of Miss Midlands soon, with aspirations to eventually compete at an international level. She said this following her recent victory as Miss Kwekwe Schools, when she expressed her heartfelt…
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Parliament challenged to protect dignity of the girl child in schools
The Parliament of Zimbabwe has been challenged to formulate and promote policies that ensure the dignity of the girl child in schools. During a workshop hosted by Action Aid Zimbabwe, Forum for African Women Educationalists Zimbabwe Chapter (FAWEZI), and the Education Coalition of Zimbabwe (ECOZI) on Friday, female students from schools in Makoni District called…
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Education and Governance Reforms Promote Women’s Equal Participation in Leadership: WDN-Africa
Women’s Democracy Network- Africa (WDN- AFRICA), a vibrant network of exceptional women political leaders influencing women’s rights and gender equality in Africa joined the rest of Africa in commemorating Africa Day on 25 May 2024. AWD-Africa said the theme “Educate an African fit for the 21st Century” with a focus on building resilient education systems…
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Youth Aspire Development Trust Empowering Young Girls through Sewing Project
At Youth Aspire Development Trust (YADT), a non-profit organization based in Zimbabwe, there is a strong focus on empowering young girls through their sewing project at the Youth Hub. This project not only teaches girls valuable skills in sewing but also provides a safe and supportive environment for them to learn and grow. This publication…
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Old Mutual High School Quiz set to kick off
The 2024 edition of the Old Mutual High Schools Quiz is set to kick off this week across the country, with thousands of schools taking part. In a celebration of knowledge, talent, and the spirit of competition, the highly anticipated National High School Quiz, sponsored by Old Mutual in partnership with the Book of African…
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Dr Torerayi Moyo urges stakeholders’ commitment to delivering on global education goals
In his remarks at the Global Week for Education (GAWE) held at Chedope Primary School, Dr. Torerayi Moyo, the Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, rallied stakeholders’ commitment to delivering on global education goals. “Today, we gather here to mark a significant occasion: the Global Action Week for Education 2024 (GAWE 2024). This annual campaign,…
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Merck Foundation marks “World Hypertension Day” by providing 760 scholarships for future Cardiovascular, Diabetes, and Endocrinology experts
These 760 scholarships are part of the total 1810 scholarships Merck Foundation provided to doctors from 52 countries in 42 critical and underserved medical specialties Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com) in partnership with African First Ladies and Ministries of Health and Medical societies provided more than 760 scholarships of one-year Post-Graduate Diploma and two-year Master Degree in…
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African financial titans back AU’s Vision in Powerhouse Meeting with President Al-Ghazouani
Writes Baboloki Semele In a powerful show of unity and commitment, leaders from Africa’s top multilateral and private sector institutions paid a significant visit to President Mohamed Ould Cheikh Al-Ghazouani of Mauritania, the current Chairperson of the African Union (AU). This high-stakes meeting underscored their unwavering support for the AU’s ambitious developmental agenda and transformative…
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Minister Marian Chombo links dreaming innovator to professional guidance
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Writes Elvis Dumba Zvimba – A rural-based scholar’s dream of contributing to the agricultural revolution of the country through his irrigation innovation is slowly turning into reality after Mashonaland West Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon Marian Chombo linked the scholar to Chinhoyi University of Technology engineers and Ministry of Higher and…
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International life skills and financial education body helps over 13 000 children
By Hopewell Chibvongodze Harare, April 30, 2024 – Aflatoun, an international life skills and financial education programme, has trained over 13,000 beneficiaries including 8,000 girls and 4,000 school leavers and people with disabilities, an official has said. Aflatoun social and financial education chief executive, Roeland Monasch, told a Zimbabwe economic empowerment intervention progress sharing 2024…
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Zimbabwe spearheads Climate-smart Education System Initiative
Writes Ronnie Chisamba Harare – Zimbabwe, through the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE), is spearheading the implementation of the Climate Smart Education System initiative (CSESI), in conjunction with UNESCO and Save the Children. A 3-day workshop to officially launch the implementation of the program began at the UNESCO offices on Wednesday. The capacitation…
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Atlantic Group announces the entry of CDG Group into its capital
CDG Invest has acquired a 20% stake through its Generation Entrepreneurs program in the capital of Atlantic Group. This strategic partnership marks a significant turning point for Atlantic Group and underscores CDG Invest’s confidence in the group’s potential to become a center of excellence in higher education in Morocco. Thanks to this partnership, Atlantic Group…
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Nkayi-based women launch debut book “Aluba Ngangisazi: Had I Known”
Writes Chimeno Azriel Four Nkayi-based women defied the odds when they launched their debut anthology book entitled “Aluba Ngangisazi: Had I Known” at a colourful ceremony held in the rural town last weekend. The women are a living testimony to the world that the background or location of a person can not hinder the talent…
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School website and email should be mandatory in Zimbabwe
Writes Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi In today’s digital age, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, educational institutions must adapt and embrace digital platforms. In Zimbabwe, schools should consider implementing school websites as an indispensable tool for fostering effective communication, promoting student engagement, and facilitating the acquisition of essential IT skills. By making school…
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Legislators call for establishment of the Disability Commission
Members of Parliament have proposed to amend the constitution to pave the way for a Disability Commission so that People with Disabilities (PWDs) issues in the country are adequately addressed. This came out clearly during this year’s access to Information Communication Technology (ICTs) by People with Disabilities Indaba organised by Signs of Hope Trust held…
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SECZim Empowers Young Minds at GMW Financial Literacy Exhibition
In a bid to promote financial literacy among Zimbabwe’s youth, the Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe (SECZim) participated in the second edition of Global Money Week (GMW) schools’ financial literacy exhibition hosted by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) at their sports club in Mabelreign, Harare. The campaign, which commenced on 18 March 2024…
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50 women, youth entrepreneurs sponsored to train in e-commerce
Writes Hopewell Chibvongodze Harare, March 21, 2024 – A local online company has offered scholarships to 50 women and youth entrepreneurs to train in e-commerce. “This program aims to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in the digital economy. Additionally, upon completion of the training program, Tofara Online is committed to…