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A life dedicated to learning: Tribute to educationist Lazarus Jaji

Zimbabwe has lost one of its most distinguished educationists, Dr Lazarus Jaji, a man whose life was devoted to shaping minds and strengthening the country’s academic foundations.

By John Gambanga Apr. 2, 2026

A life dedicated to learning: Tribute to educationist Lazarus Jaji

Govt pushes commercialisation of Byo tertiary institutions' innovations

Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development minister Frederick Shava has called on tertiary institutions to urgently accelerate commercialisation of innovations

By Natasha Ncube Mar. 31, 2026

Govt pushes commercialisation of Byo tertiary institutions' innovations

BUSE student allegedly abducted as CAB3 hearings begin

“If this is true, then his abduction represents a dangerous escalation in the use of fear and coercion to silence citizens—particularly young people—exercising their constitutional rights.

By Sydney Kawadza and Miriam Mangwaya Mar. 30, 2026

BUSE student allegedly abducted as CAB3 hearings begin

The hiring trap: Why do arbitrary job requirements undermine recruitment

Research in industrial and organisational psychology has long demonstrated that additional years of formal education do not automatically lead to improved job performance.

By Memory Nguwi Mar. 27, 2026

The hiring trap: Why do arbitrary job requirements undermine recruitment

Kathumba seeks to close health knowledge gaps

Kathumba said there was need to weave health literacy into existing institutions (schools, churches, workplaces), which takes time and strategic partnerships.

By Blessed Ndlovu Mar. 27, 2026

Kathumba seeks to close health knowledge gaps

Campaign launched to tackle violence in schools

Gata stated that the program will focus on raising awareness about the impact of violence, promoting a culture of respect and empathy, and providing support to victims.

By Azriel Chimeno Mar. 22, 2026

Campaign launched to tackle violence in schools

Govt calls for collective fight against drug abuse

PRIMARY and Secondary Education minister Torerayi Moyo has called for a united national effort to combat the growing challenge of drug and substance abuse among young people in Zimbabwe.

By Azriel Chimeno Mar. 9, 2026