Beam must be supported at all costs
Beam is a government programme introduced in 2001 to pay tuition, examination fees and levies for underprivileged learners.
By Newsday
Jun. 1, 2024
Beam learners face expulsion over fees arrears
Beam is a government programme introduced in 2001 to pay tuition, examination fees and levies for underprivileged learners.
By Priviledge Gumbodete
May. 24, 2024
Abandoned teen turns into drugs
She told the court that Zinatsa was not providing for their children aged nine, 14 and 17.
By Rejoice Phiri
Apr. 21, 2024
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
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
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
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
‘Beam a breeding ground for corruption’
Speaking to NewsDay yesterday, teachers unions called for more transparency in the disbursements and handling of Beam funds.
By Vanessa Gonye
May. 2, 2023
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Black-listed govt suppliers face arrest... OPC, defence dominate in deals with affected firms
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