Tag: education policy

15th SAYWHAT Students Conference Introduces Parliament Researchers

Kuda Pembere

By Kuda Pembere The 15th edition of the Students and Youth Working on Reproductive Health Action Team (SAYWHAT) Students Conference roared to life on Monday with new additions, namely the presence of Parliament researchers and students from universities, teacher training colleges, and agricultural training institutions. The opening day featured a Research Indaba where parliamentary portfolio committee researchers shared insights and educated students on how Parliament works. Research papers presented by students covered topics such as GBV among males, the nexus between Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), disability and climate,…

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Education Minister Vows Crackdown on Illegal Schools

Michael Gwarisa

By Michael Gwarisa The Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, Hon. Torerai Moyo, has issued a stern warning to operators of unregistered schools, giving them until December 31, 2025, to regularise their operations or face closure come January 2026. The Minister’s declaration came in response to a question in Parliament on Wednesday from Hon. Mashavave, who raised concerns over the unchecked “mushrooming” of private schools and colleges across the country and the lack of oversight of their activities. Minister Moyo acknowledged the serious challenge, stating, “We have a challenge of…

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