THE Zimbabwe Schools Examination Council (Zimsec) has completed construction of its regional complex in Gwanda, Matabeleland South province.
The complex is equipped with advanced digital systems and enhanced security features to streamline the management and delivery of examinations.
Zimsec chief executive officer Lazarus Nembaware hailed the milestone as a blueprint for future regional developments.
“We are happy that we have completed this complex. This is the direction we are taking as Zimsec,” he said.
“It is the first of its kind for a regional office and we envision establishing similar complexes in all provinces to provide quality service to the nation.”
Matabeleland South director for infrastructure, planning and environment management, Daniel Njowa, praised the initiative for its broader socio-economic impact.
“The Zimsec provincial offices are a clear example of how devolution is translating into real results on the ground,” he said.
“These offices will not only improve the quality of public services but will also create employment and stimulate local economic activity.”
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The complex is seen as a direct investment in the Heritage-Based Education 5.0 philosophy, which promotes innovation, modernisation and industrialisation within the learning environment.
Primary and Secondary Education ministry chief director Olicah Kaira reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to upholding examination integrity.
“The ministry will continue to execute its duty as the custodian of our learners’ future,” Kaira noted.
“We advocate for a credible, efficient and secure examination system that reflects the true merit of every Zimbabwean child.”
Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Primary and Secondary Education acting chairperson Ophias Murambiwa said the facility marked a critical step forward in the decentralisation and devolution of government services, in line with the goals of the National Development Strategy 1.
“We are impressed by the structure and what it means to our education system,” Murambiwa said.
“This speaks to the implementation of the devolution agenda, but above all, the complex is fitted with security features that we think are critical for the administration of examinations.”
