An education system strained to breaking point
The consequence is stark and visible: overcrowded classrooms and over-stretched teachers.
By Newsday
May. 19, 2026
Treasury’s 2 000 teacher plan sparks outrage
In some schools, a single teacher reportedly handles more than 60 learners, while others are forced to teach composite classes involving two grades simultaneously.
By Sharon Sibindi
May. 18, 2026
Treasury recruits 2K teachers amid 30K gap
Moyo noted that annual allocations for teacher recruitment depend on fiscal space to cater for staff increases.
By Staff Reporter
May. 15, 2026
Nurses strike a tragedy Zim cannot afford
Nurses recently wrote to the HSC, giving notice of a three-day strike over poor remuneration and deteriorating working conditions, set to begin on April 15 if their grievances are not addressed.
By Eddie Zvinonzwa
Apr. 2, 2026
Minister decries rise in irregular child migration
PUBLIC Service minister Edgar Moyo has raised alarm over a surge in irregular migration flows involving children, warning that this exposes minors to abuse, exploitation and trafficking.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Mar. 5, 2026
Zim, South Africa strike landmark social pact to tackle entrenched poverty and inequality
Nearly half of Zimbabwe’s population lives in extreme poverty, and the informal economy — where most livelihoods are earned — offers limited or no social security protections.
By Freeman Makopa
Dec. 18, 2025
‘Social protection cushions citizens from shocks’
Zimbabwe’s informal sector now accounts for 76% of the country’s economy, according to Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency.
By Phillip Chidavaenzi
Nov. 24, 2025
Matobo irrigation scheme suffers neglect
The scheme has faced acute water shortages and infrastructure issues, such as the breakdown of engine pumps and canals, which were also reportedly damaged by elephants.
By Silas Nkala
Nov. 23, 2025
United States govt reveals strict workers’ rights in Zimbabwe
Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare minister Edgar Moyo
By Tatira Zwinoira
Oct. 27, 2025
