Govt admits delays in Beam disbursements

Public Service deputy minister Mercy Dinha revealed this in Parliament, while responding to written questions from legislators on the Beam arrears and payment plan.
By Harriet Chikandiwa Mar. 13, 2024

Beam paralyses quality education: Teachers

He said government had a constitutional duty to progressively make education accessible and available by implementing reasonable legislative measures.
By Lorraine Muromo Mar. 5, 2024

A relook into 2024 National Budget

This first column for 2024 starts with a relook into the 2024 budget, the instituted amendments, and their implications.
By Zvikomborero Sibanda Feb. 9, 2024

Why govt must pour more funding into education

Public schools in Zimbabwe were the worst affected by the pandemic, as the majority of students could not access lessons via electronic platforms due to several reasons.
By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa Feb. 2, 2024

COVID-19 fuelled school dropouts: Minister

Moyo said the government had since embarked on a number of programmes to motivate learners.
By Margaret Lubinda and Patricia Sibanda Jan. 29, 2024

Govt struggles to clear BEAM arrears

In May this year, teachers unions questioned the continued existence of BEAM, describing it as a breeding ground for corruption.
By Tafadzwa Kachiko Nov. 9, 2023

Classroom shortage hits Mzilikazi Primary School

The situation has been like that for years amid concerns that school children are being exposed to diseases as a result of exposure to inclement weather.
By Nompilo Ngwenya Aug. 7, 2023

Malinga advises against begging

Malinga made the remarks after donating bags of sorghum seed and maize to PWDs in Bulawayo.
By Emmanuel Mpofu Jul. 23, 2023

Govt yet to release Beam funds: BCC

The Bulawayo Progressive Residents Association recently urged residents to report to authorities schools or administrators who with-hold children’s results over outstanding school fees.
By Emmanuel Mpofu Jun. 14, 2023