Education

MSU Expo to drive research into industry – Ncube 0
- Business, Education, Local
- October 2, 2026
Mthulisi Nxumalo MIDLANDS State University (MSU) has been challenged to translate research and academic knowledge into practical solutions, innovative products and businesses that can benefit society and contribute to industrialisation. Speaking at the official opening of the MSU Research, Innovation and Industrialisation Expo 2026 in Gweru today, Midlands Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and
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Government Approves August Holiday Lessons for Examination Classes 0
- Education
- August 17, 2026
Mthulisi Nxumalo The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has authorized schools to hold vacation lessons for Grade 7, Form Four, and Upper Six examination classes during the August school holidays. According to Secretary’s Circular Number 7 of 2026, the lessons will take place from August 7 to August 20, covering a maximum of 10
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MSU focuses on research excellence 0
- Education
- August 16, 2026
Midlands State University (MSU) has strengthened its focus on research and innovation through a strategic partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The collaboration aims to help the University produce research that directly supports Zimbabwe’s national development priorities while expanding its international partnerships. On Wednesday, MSU and the UNDP held a National Steering Committee
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NASH Calls for Overhaul of School Funding and Curriculum Policies 0
- Education, Local
- August 16, 2026
By Mthulisi Nxumalo The National Association of Secondary School Heads (NASH) has called for urgent interventions to address critical challenges affecting Zimbabwe’s education sector. These include delays in teacher deployment, funding for the Basic Education Assistance Module (BEAM), examination costs, and issues related to the Heritage-Based Curriculum. During the NASH national conference, NASH President Mr.
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MSU FIRES LECTURERS?0
- Education, Local
- August 15, 2026
Midlands State University (MSU) has reportedly dismissed nine lecturers from its Department of Media, Communication, Film, and Theatre Arts due to gross incompetence. The lecturers are accused of setting faulty examination papers, failing to correct the errors, and failing to attend their examination classes. Sources indicate that the question papers contained a misleading instruction, stating
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