A futile exercise

It is against this background that parents approached school authorities for vacation lessons.
By Newsday Mar. 27, 2024

Govt bans vacation lessons

“Pupils need this holiday break to rest and engage in independent learning where need be, including utilisation of the Zimbabwe Learning Passport, among other alternative learning strategies.”
By Staff Reporter Mar. 26, 2024

Govt warns schools against privatising education

Primary and Secondary Education ministry spokesperson Taungana Ndoro said every school, including privately run schools, must charge ministry-approved fees only.
By Lorraine Muromo Feb. 19, 2024

Govt blames failure to build schools on land shortage

Primary and Secondary Education permanent secretary, Moses Mhike, however, said there was a shortage of land to accommodate more expansive structures.
By Lorraine Muromo Jan. 1, 2024

Govt threatens to shut down unregistered colleges

He said they would continue to advocate engagement and understanding between the two parties.
By Lorraine Muromo Dec. 22, 2023

School heads face disciplinary action over fee hikes: Ministry

Some schools are known for turning  away students over non-payment of fees.
By Lorraine Muromo Dec. 19, 2023

Education continues to sing the blues

Mhike said the ministry was having challenges in so far as its administrative capacity was concerned.
By Emmanuel Mpofu Nov. 16, 2023

Couple recounts daughter’s fight against diabetes stigma

According to the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that affects how one’s body turns food into energy.
By Vanessa Gonye Nov. 10, 2023

Mining sector costs shoot up

The power tariff hikes put the mining sector, which is dealing with a number of difficulties at risk of having to downsize or stop operations altogether.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Nov. 10, 2023