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The government has launched a new initiative, “Internet in a Box,” aimed at providing internet access to schools across Zimbabwe. The program uses satellite-connected routers, enabling students within 100 to 200 meters to easily access online educational materials like notes and assignments. Nick Mangwana, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services, […]
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has urged the public to prioritize children’s safety as schools reopen for the first term on 14 January 2025. The ZRP National Spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi stressed the importance of using roadworthy vehicles to transport students and following traffic regulations to avoid accidents. He warned against speeding, which could lead […]
The Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, Dr Torerayi Moyo, has condemned the practice of conducting extra lessons on school grounds, reiterating that it remains illegal. Speaking ahead of the new school term, Dr Moyo emphasized that such lessons cannot take place on school premises. The Minister explained that while teachers are free to offer […]
The 2025 legal year officially commenced in Bulawayo today with Chief Justice Luke Malaba presiding over proceedings. The ceremony marked the beginning of a new judicial calendar year focused on building public confidence through multi-stakeholder participation. In his address, Chief Justice Malaba emphasized the judiciary’s commitment to delivering not only “judicial excellence or world-class justice” […]
In a move to protect parents’ rights, the Consumer Protection Commission has warned schools against compelling parents to purchase school uniforms exclusively from their outlets. Addressing the issue, Mr. Kudakwashe Mudereri, Public Relations and Research Manager of the Commission, said this practice is illegal and deprives parents of their right to choose. The Commission disclosed […]
The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has forecasted cloudy and warm conditions with scattered thunderstorms for Monday and Tuesday, January 14, 2025. On Monday, much of Zimbabwe is expected to experience partly cloudy and warm conditions, with scattered thunderstorms. Heavy rainfall is likely in Matabeleland South, Midlands, Masvingo, and the southern part of Manicaland. The southern […]
The National Social Security Authority (NSSA) has called on employers and employees to prioritize workplace safety after a fatal crane accident at the Trabablas Interchange project site in Harare on 7 January 2025. The accident claimed the life of one worker and left others injured. NSSA, which derives its occupational safety and health mandate from […]
Community psychologist Dr. Mthokozisi Moyo has called on A-level students and their parents to prioritize career guidance as they prepare to transition to university. The appeal comes in the wake of the release of A-level results, with many students now considering their next steps. Dr. Moyo emphasized the importance of informed decision-making when selecting undergraduate […]
Female students achieved a remarkable feat in the 2024 Zimbabwe Schools Examination Council (ZIMSEC) Advanced Level exams, outperforming their male counterparts by a significant margin. The overall pass rate was 94.58%, a slight decrease from the previous year. However, female students secured an impressive pass rate of 95.94%, compared to 92.05% for males, representing a […]
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a stern warning to motorists to adhere to all traffic laws, emphasizing that the ongoing crackdown on “No Mshikashika, Pirate Taxis and Lawlessness on the Roads” will continue. The operation targets drivers who endanger other road users by causing congestion, illegally picking up and dropping off passengers, creating […]
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