At the 2025 Africa Regional Conference on Education & Skills Development in Ghana, Permanent Secretary Ambassador Rudo Chitiga delivered a powerful message: Skills are the foundation of Africa’s future!
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In a nation brimming with potential, such as Zimbabwe, human capital is the linchpin of the sought after accelerated transformation. However, we find ourselves at a crossroads: the industry bemoans a persistent mismatch between the skills our education system produces and those that it desperately requires.
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Here is a list of government Vocational Training Centres around the country, for your skilling needs! UPDATED VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRE INFORMATION SHEET PROVINCE VTC NAME CENTRE HEAD LOCATION/ DISTRICT COURSES CONTACT MANICALAND Magamba Mr Chisunga 15km Mtre-Hre Road Commercial Agriculture, Clothing and textile technology, Cosmetology, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Secretarial Studies, Brick and […]
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Zimbabwe’s economy is heavily reliant on the informal sector, which employs over 60% of the workforce. However, traditional education systems often fail to acknowledge the skills acquired outside formal schooling.
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This week, our team had the privilege of immersing ourselves in the rich skills and warm hospitality of Binga District! From visiting vibrant fishing camps along the Zambezi to learning sustainable gardening techniques from local experts, we witnessed firsthand the community’s resilience and expertise.
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After months of intense academic competition spanning zonal and provincial rounds, the highly anticipated finals of the Old Mutual High School Quiz closed today with Marist Brothers from Nyanga, Manicaland, retaining the title for the fourth time. The prestigious event, held under the theme of fostering academic excellence and preserving African heritage, saw the country’s […]
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Story by Stanley James, Business Editor Harare – ZIMBABWE’s Skills Retention Policy has received endorsement from the country’s industry and commerce sectors, with stakeholders committing to work hand-in-glove with institutions of higher learning to promote career development and economic growth. The Zimbabwe Annual Career Development Conference provided a platform for government, tertiary institutions, and the […]
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Skills Audit and Development Minister, Professor Paul Mavima has unveiled Zimbabwe’s workforce transformation plan, targeting AI, STEM and green energy competencies to power economic growth. In a revealing interview, the minister detailed strategies to combat brain drain through enhanced vocational training and diaspora engagement, while forging stronger industry-education partnerships. Below is the full interview.
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Minister, Professor Paul Mavima addresses the need for academia and industry to forge close ties for skills development.
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