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Treasury’s 2 000 teacher plan sparks outrage

In some schools, a single teacher reportedly handles more than 60 learners, while others are forced to teach composite classes involving two grades simultaneously.

By Sharon Sibindi May. 18, 2026

Treasury’s 2 000 teacher plan sparks outrage

Teachers reject civil service job review, demand salary adjustment

Cabinet approved the exercise on April 15 as part of efforts to restructure civil service salaries and align pay with job responsibilities.

By Brent Shamu May. 12, 2026

Teachers reject civil service job review, demand salary adjustment

Independence has failed teachers, unions say

PTUZ president Takavafira Zhou said teachers were enduring “starvation and loss of dignity”, despite their historical contribution to the liberation struggle and nation-building.

By Silas Nkala Apr. 20, 2026

Independence has failed teachers, unions say

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Teachers’ grading review sparks outrage

Union leaders accused authorities of a lack of professionalism and transparency, claiming that teachers’ representatives were intentionally sidelined during the process.

By Nunurai Jena Mar. 29, 2026

‘Protect the integrity of Zimbabwe's education system’

Masarira wants the government to “act now before Zimbabwe's education system loses public confidence”.

By Brent Shamu Nov. 17, 2025

‘Protect the integrity of Zimbabwe's education system’

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Teachers plot to doorstep Mthuli

The Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (PTUZ), which is organising the march, said educators were earning poverty wages and were incapacitated to report for work.

By Lorraine Muromo May. 9, 2025