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Communal farmers rescue herds with crop residue

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Communal farmers rescue herds with crop residue

By Perpetua Murungweni

In the face of the El Nino-induced drought, farmers in communal lands are resorting to use of the residue of crops which could not mature due to poor rainfall to make stock feed for their livestock.
Agricultural Technical and Extension services (AGRITEX) on July 12, together with a group of veterinary officials and agronomist gathered at a Sikato Plot in ward 4 Masvingo District where they trained communal farmers on how to use crop waste to make stock feed ensuring the survival of their livestock.
Masvingo District ward 4 Agritex extension officer, Simeon Mashuro said they are on a program of equipping farmers with skills to produce their own stock feed.
“We managed to train around 35 farmers from ward 4 and the program is meant to equip farmers with skills to convert crop waste and grass into stock feed to ensure sustainability of their livestock during the El Nino-induced drought season. This practice promotes sustainable agriculture by reducing waste conserving resources and promoting environmentally friendly methods. These skills also help farmers to generate additional income by selling their stock feed,” said Mashuro.
One of the farmers Perpetua Mvurahungomwa said the training was held at her homestead where farmers gathered and were able to make a tonne of stock feed.
“We received training from a group of agronomists and some veterinaries on how to make stock feed and we were able to make about a tonne of stock feed using 1000kgs of crop residues, we will be moving from one house hold to another helping each other making about a tonne of stock feed or more depending on how much crop waste the farmer has,” said Mvurahungomwa.
Mvurahungomwa said as farmers they were happy with the training because the production of the feed is and affordable.
“The feed is very easy and cheap to make, we used a bag of urea fertilizer, 5kg salt and 20 litres of molasses. As a community we are happy that in this dry season we are now able to save money from buying expensive commercial feed for our livestock,” said Mvurahungomwa.
Simbisai Taruberekera expressed his happiness and said the training was going to help farmers adapt to climate change and preserve the environment.
“We are happy that as farmers we have gained skills to adapt to climate change and climate related challenges like droughts and we are now able to make sure that are livelihoods are resilient to climate change. As farmers we are now able to reduce our crop waste by not burning, which is hazardous to the environment but rather we are now able to manage our crop waste through environmental friendly ways.
“We were very worried about how our livestock was going to survive this drought but by us being able to make our own feed making sure that our livestock are health and can survive the harsh drought conditions,” said Taruberekera.

Employee Retirement

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Employee Retirement

By Shadreck Zangairai

Planning For Retirement

Everyone’s life revolves round retirement planning. Given the rising rate of inflation and the limited social security programmes available to older adults, it is critical that you begin planning for your retirement as soon as possible. Preparing for retirement is a lot like preparing for a trip: nothing ever happens as planned. However, the better the strategy, the better the result. When things go wrong, you need to be able to adjust to shifting conditions. You never know what retirement will be like until you arrive. Making a smooth transition by “practicing retirement” is an important part of any retirement strategy. Consider it a dress rehearsal before you make the big (and often irreversible) decision to retire completely. According to one Scholar, Quinn, the following are some of the considerations;
• Before you retire, make a financial plan.
• You will need to be able to rebuild your finances once you retire.
• It is not as simple as it appears to keep your way of life.
• Inflation is a matter of survival.
• Making the transition to retirement is not easy.
• Are you going to be busy or bored?
• It is all up to you.
• Where have all of my “friends” gone?

Role of HR in preparing workers for retirement

Planning for retirement starts on the day one gets employed. Whereas this is ideal, the reality is that most individuals hold off retirement planning until in their 40s or even 50s. We have had judges, teachers, executives in State agencies and numerous professionals contesting to have their contracts extended to surpass the recommended retirement age. Therefore, the big question remains, who is to blame for the lack of preparedness? Is it a result of ignorance on the part of the individual or the human resource (HR) function? Whereas retirement planning is ultimately an individual responsibility, studies show that setting employees’ minds at rest about their retirement will make them more productive, loyal and committed. Employees leave the organisation feeling that their worth was recognised at every stage of their career. Therefore, involvement by both the individual and HR offers a win-win solution for both parties.
Also interestingly, positive saving behaviours such as having an emergency fund, maintaining a bank account or paying up credit when due do not impact an individual’s retirement confidence. This further shows the need for financial management programmes that go further than helping individuals budget, get out of debt or come up with a plan. The sensitisation should provide insights into much more critical retirement issues like estate planning, age-based investment, and nomination of beneficiaries, income replacement rations and compounding effect, among others.
Traditionally, retirement income used to come from three main sources: social security program, employer-provided retirement benefits program, and personal savings. Employer-provided retirement income benefit programs have been the main way in which organizations have helped employees fund their retirement years. From an individual standpoint, retirement is a process that begins long before, and continues well after, one retires. This temporary view of the retirement process is also shared by employers. The key task in the years leading up to the point when a worker officially retires is retirement preparation. Retirement preparation involves planning and taking those actions needed before retirement to help ensure that one has a satisfying retirement after retirement.
The main way in which organizations help workers with their retirement preparation is through provision of employee benefits. In addition to the retirement income, an organisation can offer many other benefits aimed at protecting employees after they retire. These include retiree health benefits, health savings accounts, and long-term care insurance. Retiree health benefits are health insurance programs that cover workers after they retire. Changes in government regulations and the downturn in the economy have led some employers to stop offering these benefit or reduce coverage. Unlike some other benefits, unless the organisation has made specific promises or surrendered the right co change their plans, these plans can be eliminated or changed by organisation.

The training has to go beyond the textbook action of estimating retirement needs but focus on holistic investment advice that takes to account retirement planning for individuals and their spouses and portfolio building. It’s only through taking this approach that we will enable members to make informed investment decisions. Additionally, HR practitioners need to take advantage of information technology not only as an enabler of operational efficiency but also as a platform for innovative financial literacy and member communication.

NB Employer Takeaway – A one-size-fits-all approach to retirement is no longer a workable solution for most employees. Employers have a unique opportunity to create a positive impact on the lives of their employees by taking proactive steps to assist employees in preparing for retirement. Empowering retirement readiness can not only help employers improve their attraction and retention efforts but also demonstrate their commitment to their employees’ well-being and improve their bottom lines.

Disclaimer: The author do not accept any liability for any damages or losses suffered as a result of actions taken based on information contained herein. Shadreck Zangairai is a Human Resources Practitioner
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Five-year jail term for burning competitor’s bar

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Five-year jail term for burning competitor’s bar

By Precila Takabvirakare

A 20-year-old man from Gutu will rue the day jealousy got the best of him and led him to set on fire his competitor s’ thatched gazebo bar at Chisheche Business Centre where his father owns a bar after Gutu magistrate Edwin Marecha sentenced him to 5 years behind bars recently.
Sean Chiname of Chezhira Village, Chief Nyamande, Gutu will serve an effective three years jail term after Marecha suspended one year on condition that he will not commit a similar crime, while the other year was suspended on condition that he restitutes Godfrey Mahuni’s US$9 496 value of lost property.
State facts as presented by Prosecutor Rachel Murape are that on April 2, this year at around 2100hours Sean went to Mahuni’s thatched Gazebo bar club and set it on fire, after which he hid behind a pile of bricks near the gazebo bar to witness it burning.
Progress Chiname and another patron, one Funny who had came out of the bar to relieve themselves saw Sean bolting from behind the the brick pile but did not bother much about him.
After running away, Sean went to Gift Zvenyika who was welding at Maongera Shop and told him that he had set the bar on fire but the fire had just been put off. He went on and promised to completely burn the bar if he manages to get petrol.
At around 2330 hours the same day, Sean went back to the bar and set it on fire again and the fire engulfed and burnt the thatched bar. Nyasha Chizororo a neighbor at the bar was awakened by his partner after he had gone outside to relieve himself and saw the bar burning.
Chizororo then phoned Kudzai Mubaya and told her about the incident. They all went and awakened Enia Madzuto who was asleep at the gazebo butchery. They managed to remove some property from inside the bar and tried to extinguish the fire but all was in vain. The gazebo bar was burnt down to ashes and nothing was recovered. The value of lost property was US$9 946.
The matter was reported to the police leading to Sean’s arrest.
Asked why he committed the offense Sean cited that he did not commit the offense voluntarily but he was not mentally okay and is still mentally unstable. He was ordered to go for medical examination and the results showed that he was mentally stable.
Giving it’s judgement the court then said that he committed the offense knowingly to end the competition since his father also owns a bar at Chisheche and Mahuni’s bar was upscale. The magistrate also added that a jail sentence was suitable to send a message to the community and also give Sean time to reform.

Mucheke man found dead at Mucheke footbridge

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Mucheke man found dead at Mucheke footbridge

By Tatiana Mhararira

A Mucheke man, Mada Chiwororo’s body was found floating in the water at a footbridge near Mucheke Stadium on July 13.
Masvingo Provincial Police Spokesperson Inspector Kudakwashe Dhewa confirmed the incident and said investigations were underway.
“I can confirm we have a report of a male adult who was found dead in Mucheke River near Mucheke Stadium,” said Dhewa.
Circumstances are that on July 13, 2024, around 0700 hrs. Tafara Chakauya (32) from Victoria Ranch was going to town when he saw a floating human body. He proceeded to Chikato Police Station where he made a police report.
The police attended the scene and retrieved the body which was identified by Constance Zivanai as that of Chiwororo of Zaka Street in Mucheke A who is a nephew to the deceased.
Chiwororo’s body was taken to Masvingo Provincial Hospital for postmortem.
Chiwororo was well known as a person who survived by operating a pushcart in Masvingo Town though some believe he was into drugs.
The deceased was last seen by his nephew on July 12, 2024, around 1800 hrs at Mucheke Bus Terminus.

Six appeal PVO Bill Parliamentary public hearings to Con-court

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Six appeal PVO Bill Parliamentary public hearings to Con-court

By Beverly Bizeki

Six civil society leaders from across the country have written to the Constitutional Court to order the Parliament of Zimbabwe to reconvene Private Voluntary Organisations (PVO) Amendment Bill hearings in four provinces arguing that the public hearings in these provinces failed to meet constitutional obligations.
The draft order in the court application has since been received by the court, with parliament expected to respond within 21 days according to the dictates of the constitution.
The six applicants are Farai Maguwu, Jonah Wakurawarerwa, Donald Chitanha, Passionate Fuza, Ephraim Mthombeni and Brisky Fanuel Ncube with the only respondent being the Parliament of Zimbabwe.
In the founding affidavit, the first applicant Farai Maguwu, argues that the hearings were not done procedurally as some participants were jeered at when they gave their views on the bill while the time that was provided for the meeting was not enough to have the whole province participate.
“(Then) the chance to speak was given to one lady, Passionate Fuza, the second applicant herein, she spoke against the bill and the crowd started jeering. Although the committee members tried to bring the house to order they were not successful. The room became chaotic to the extent that we could not hear each other.
“The group that was jeering and singing, disrupting the proceedings is the one that supported and cheered when its members spoke in favor of the bill.
“I further aver that the venue itself was too small to accommodate a sizeable and reasonable amount of people who could speak for and against the bill. Section 141 of the constitution provides that the respondent must facilitate public involvement in its legislative processes as well as ensuring that interested parties are consulted about bills being considered by it. This was not done. Interested parties like Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) were not consulted.
“To convene a public meeting for the whole of Harare Province at one venue for the just two hours from 1400hrs – 1600hrs was not adequate to meet the constitutional threshold,” reads the appeal.
Another applicant, Jonah Wakurawarerwa who attended the hearing in Masvingo said they were disturbed by violence and the participants could not give their contributions on the hearing.
“Despite arriving at the venue a few minutes after 1200hours, the theatre was already full hence I had to stand by the entrance at the theatre. I personally requested the Chairman, Mr Mavhenyengwa to have the hearing moved to a different venue which could accommodate more people. I was accused of disrespecting the chairman by some Zanu PF members. This resulted in violence from Zanu PF members who started to shout and assault people.
“When the hearing started, the chairman had highlighted that he would take contributions from representatives of organisations first before moving on to entertain other members of the public. The violence however began before members had been given an opportunity to make their contributions because the meeting ended abruptly as a result of violence,” reads part of the appeal.
For Chinhoyi, the fifth applicant, Donald Chitanha said the hearing became politicized.
“I noticed that quite a large number of Zanu PF MPs and Senators were in attendance. Some Zanu PF members who were in party regalia were making political slogans before making their contributions spoke in support of the bill.
“When I was given the opportunity to make my contributions I spoke about how the bill would negatively impact NGOs and the work they are doing in our society. I was directed to retract my statements by some Zanu PF members and MPS who accused me of being anti-government. They further threatened me and said I would face consequences for my statements. Further to the threats I was surrounded by a group of Zanu PF members that threatened to beat me. I could not finish my contribution as a result of the threats and mob that was advancing towards me,” reads another part of the application.
The application also details how in Gweru only eight people made contributions in the meeting before the meeting was disrupted.
In the PVO Bill Amendment, government is advocating for a streamlined registration process to prevent fraud as they have been claiming that charity organizations were registering as trusts.

GBV One-Stop-Centre for Masvingo

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GBV One-Stop-Centre for Masvingo

By Rangarirai Shanyurai

Ministry of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development has established a One-Stop-Centre for Gender Based Violence (GBV) for survivors in Masvingo at Chesvingo Safe Market recently commissioned in Mucheke.
Chesvingo Safe Market, which was established by government with support from African Development Bank (AfDB) and Masvingo City Council was officially commissioned by the Minister of Women Affairs Senator Monica Mutsvangwa.
The safe market which is set to benefit at least 80 women and youths involves a pre-school as well as a One Stop Centre for victims of GBV.
It will also partner with Victim Friendly Unit, Zimbabwe Women Lawyers Association (ZWLA) and Musasa Project to empower survivors of GBV also offering counselling services before an issue is directed to ZWLA.
Speaking at the commissioning, Mutsvangwa said the safe market was an example of how government and its stakeholders can support women-owned businesses by ensuring that they are operating in safe workspaces, free of GBV.
“The Safe Market will prioritize the provision of a safe workspace for women and youth entrepreneurs, education for children and services to survivors of GBV. This is in line with Vision 2030 which aims at achieving an upper middle-income society.
“By providing a dedicated workspace like this safe market for women, the ministry is empowering them to contribute to economic growth. We still have more women who need decent workspaces and let’s continue to collaborate and provide such spaces for them,” said Mutsvangwa.
Masvingo Minister of State Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Ezra Chadzamira encouraged women entrepreneurs to utilise the opportunities presented by the facility in growing their businesses.
“I encourage all small business owners, especially our women entrepreneurs, to take advantage of the opportunities it presents. Utilize the market, the pre-school, the One-Stop Centre, and the other essential services to grow your businesses, thriving in a safe and supportive environment,” said Chadzamira.
Beneficiaries welcomed the project saying it enabled them to get a safe space for working as well as making services for GBV survivors accessible.
“We are very excited today as women, that the government and its partners have remembered us with this facility as women and youths such that we have a safe space for work where we can sell our products. Most women are victims of sexual and gender-based violence, so this institution provides safe shelter and counselling making the services accessible to women in the residential areas. As you can see this market is responsive,” said one of the beneficiaries.
Another woman at the event said she was grateful for the facility which enabled them to work with their children close by at the preschool.
“As women, we feel safe that we will be able to work while our children are learning at this pre-school. Again pertaining to GBV we now have One Stop Centre of victims or survivors that is Victim Friendly Unit (VFU),” she said.

Masvingo artist to raise awareness on GBV against men, boys

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Masvingo artist to raise awareness on GBV against men, boys

By Decide Nhendo

Victims of gender-based violence (GBV) are commonly women and girls, but it is undeniable that men and boys are also targeted. It is thus a travesty that males who experience GBV receive less attention than females and that such cases remain hidden.
Masvingo-based musician Kennedy Ganda is setting his sights on these less addressed GBV issues targeted at man, saying he is determined to reach greater heights as he works to popularize his work across the country.
Ganda who is known in music circles by the name KennyGizzy99 said financial constraints are a major setback to his desire to communicate societal ills, but he vowed to keep on pushing his agenda.
“I am working tirelessly as an artist to address GBV against men and boys and my next project a song titled ‘Haruna’ is a song that looks into men and boys that are being abused by women. When these issues are raised, authorities only prioritize women and girls alienating men, so I am trying to stand for them and make their voice be realized in societies as they can also be victims of GBV.
“My main calamity as for now is lack of funding because in all seven songs I have released only one song ‘Mwana uye’ has visuals, of which visuals are an excellent way to lure fans to listen to an artist’s message,” said Ganda.
Ganda who said he is an Afro-pop, contemporary and Afro-Jazz musician started in 2021 after he broke his leg while playing soccer, with his debut song and video ‘Mwana uye’ earning him best upcoming artist in the same year in a local competition.
After his first single he went on year to release an extended play (EP) with 3 songs; ‘Lydia’, ‘Kidznet’ and ‘Cheu Cheu’ a gospel song that he said was received well by the audience, but did not meet his expectations since it did not have visuals.
He ceased composing new songs to have enough time to push his released songs and in late 2022 he released his second EP which had two tracks ‘Hombarume’ which he said was mainly a cultural song, and ‘Chibhareta’ which he said celebrated women.
Ganda said he has been going for auditions in Masvingo and cities like Harare where he emerged one of the best performers in some cases, but his displays were in vain since sometimes he was duped by event organizers, which shows a great setback to the growth of music industry.
“I have been doing auditions locally here in Masvingo and big cities like Harare, and sometimes I could outperform my other counterparts but in most cases I could not receive the promised prizes or I could receive the prizes reduced which shows that most promoters do not value upcoming talent, ” said Ganda.
He appealed to Masvingo community as well as other well-wishers who wish to assist him saying that he was ready to use his talent for the better. He said he aims to do tours in schools, and other public places raising awareness about challenges that are affecting communities like drug abuse and early child marriages.
“I ask those who are willing and capable to assist me on my endeavor because I am sure if I get the equipment and money to create visuals and do what other modern artists are doing nothing can stop me from to reach higher heights,” he said.
Ganda also said he is working with producer Wellington Mapanzure also known as Savil Music who hails from Mucheke B and he said they were working on other songs that are yet to be released.
“I am working with Savil Music from Mucheke, and as it stands everything is flowing smoothly, we have a number of songs which we are working on, and I am sure music lovers are going to enjoy the new songs when they are released,” he said.
Those who want to listen to his music can follow him on Facebook on Jindaguru Rekumakumucha, YouTube channel KennyGizzy99 aka Jindaguru, Instagram on jindagururekumakucha and Jindaguru Rekumakumucha on Spotify.

Mwenezi teacher takes rural athletics to next level

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Mwenezi teacher takes rural athletics to next level

By Decide Nhendo

A Mwenezi teacher from Neshuro High School has taken athletics to another level after he started training learners to compete in professional open athletics.
Stephen Mpofu, who is a holder of Level 2 medium and long-distance coaching said many people were undermining the potential of athletics to make a decent living for an individual, so he decided to go above and beyond the normal standards despite financial constraints.
“I realized that the learners I have been working with during school competitions had great potential to improve, so I took this opportunity to nurture them to raise their standards so that they can participate in professional athletics.
“So from the previous year to date the learners have been competing in some open athletics competitions where they have proved to be fit, scooping top elite prizes, despite lack of resources,” said Mpofu.
Mpofu said with the help of other local well-wishers he provided for the learners to compete in various open professional competitions where the learners proved to be competent.
“When we go for competitions sometimes I stay with the learners at my home while preparing to go for competitions.
“It is difficult because sometimes I fork out money from my pockets to provide food and other athletic stuff to the kids, but help from other few well-wishers lessen the burden,” said Mpofu.
Mpofu who said his dream is to register a medium and long distance club with more athletes is currently training his local learners who are willing to improve their skills.
He said the learners had a lot of competitions they were eligible to participate in, but lack of money restrained them from partaking in these races.
“My dream is to have a medium and long-distance club so that I can nurture talents from remote areas because there are a lot of learners there who can be great athletes if they take their time to practice.
“The learners I am training were eligible to participate in many competitions which take place nearly every week, but because of lack of funding, they are not competing,” he added.
One of his athletes Simbarashe Muteuro came first when he participated in five kilometers Madzingo Memorial Half Marathon race in Gutu on December 9 last year where he walked away with a US$ 70 prize money.
Muteuro also came second at the Musabvunda half marathon in Harare on December 16 last year.
Another athlete, Rutendo Moyo came second at Beitbridge Mayor’s half marathon on June 22 2024.
Mpofu said the learners were going to participate at the Zimbabwe School of Mines (ZSM) marathon on July 27, and also at the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services (ZPCS) Commissioner General’s Goodwill Trust Fund Half Marathon to take place on August 24. He appealed to the public calling for those capable to come and assist the learners so they can be able to take part in the coming competitions.
Mpofu urged parents to support their children in athletics since some of them scooped money prizes which they used to do starter-up businesses to raise money for athletics necessities.
“I call for all parents to support their children who are into athletics because when they scoop prizes it is for their advantage.
“When learners won prizes in previous competitions they started small businesses, with some of the money being used for other sporting necessities including other needs at their homes, ” said Mpofu.

Silveira High celebrates excellence

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Silveira High celebrates excellence

By Courage Dutiro

The Roman Catholic-run Silveira High School in Bikita District recently held its speech and prize-giving day, celebrating its achievements in academic, cultural, sporting activities and infrastructure development.
The event dubbed the ‘Combined Thanks Giving and Building Commissioning’ ceremony showcased outstanding achievements by learners, teachers, and other staff members in various categories.
In a celebratory message, Masvingo Diocese Bishop Raymond Tapiwanashe Mupandasekwa congratulated the teachers and learners who showcased brilliance in different categories.
“I want to congratulate both teachers at the High School and Nursing School who nurtured these young people and nurses to succeed. We thank you for the sacrifices,” said Mupandasekwa.
The awards were designed in multiple categories to recognize and celebrate the exceptional abilities of all learners and staff members from different disciplines.
In the academic category, eight learners received awards for being exceptional in the 2023 Zimsec Advanced (‘A’) and Ordinary (‘O’) level exams.
Cardette Dhliwayo who got 30 points received both the Overall Best Learner Award and the Best in Science Subjects Award. Twins Sharon and Shelter Ngwangwani, who each scored 20 points in the Commercials class, were jointly awarded the Exceptional Commercial Subjects Award.
In Arts subjects, the award for being the best learner went to Eston Danai (24 points) and Keith Sithole who also scored 24 points.
Under the O-level banner Blessing Zambezi and Tadiwanashe Chaibva both with 12 As were jointly awarded the Overall Best O-Level Award. Zambezi was also recognized as the Best Learner in the Science Subjects while Chaibva was given the Best Learner in the Arts class.
The Best Learner Award in Commercials was received by Mutatavikwa Brooklyn who got also 12As in the 2023 O-level Zimsec examinations.
In the sporting category, 13 learners were recognized for their excellence in various disciplines. Believe Mutengwa (4B) was named the Best Male Tennis Player, while Lufono Munyai emerged as the Best Female Tennis Player.
The Best Male in Volleyball went to Koglan Sakala (U6Sc) while the Best Female award in the discipline went to Primrose Semende.
In Handball Chikozho Bright was crowned the Best Male (L6) and Musana Nokutenda received the Best Female award.
Makoni Nicole also walked away with the Best Female award in Basket Ball while Mangombe Tadiwanashe was awarded the Best Male award.
Nhundu Tariro (2C) was given the Best Female award in athletics while Zvikomborero Fuma was recognized as the Best Male athlete.
In Soccer Kudzwai Munaro (U6A) received the Best Male award while Primrose Mabunu got the Best Award in the Netball discipline.
The Best Male award in Darts went to Prosper Takambani.
In the Cultural and Religious category, Angela Chadzamira (F4) received the Smartest Girl award, Tawananyasha Mazura (U6Sc) got the Smartest Boy. The Most Disciplined Girl award went to Nokutenda Musana (U6Sc) while Makuza Vitalis walked away with Most Disciplined Boy award.
School Head Stern Mutsambiwa said the school is committed to fostering a culture of high achievement and providing learners with the skills and experiences to become well-rounded individuals who can make a difference in the world.
“We remain committed to nurturing a culture of excellence and empowering our learners to became well-rounded individuals who are ready to make a positive impact on the world,” said Mutsambiwa.
Teachers and ancillary staff were also given prizes for their brilliance.
Antony Mugadzi a Pure Mathematics teacher with 29As got the Best ‘A’ level results (quantity) while Enias Kondo who got 17 As (100 percent) got the Best Quality award.
Shadreck Machokoto and Mudzingo received the Best O-level results, Quantity and Quality awards, as they got 152As in Heritage Studies in 2023.
In ancillary staff, Norman Ngwangwani received the Most Improved Worker award while Mapfumo got the Best Female Worker and Farai Shate walked away with the Best Male Worker award.
The school also celebrated the school’s choir team which was declared the 2023 Choral Champions in the national choir competitions that were held in Chinhoyi last year.

Former Mwenezi CCC organizer jailed 36 months

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Former Mwenezi CCC organizer jailed 36 months

By Cephas Shava

Mwenezi – Former Mwenezi district organizer of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) then led by Nelson Chamisa, Tineyi Mapepa who has been facing charges of inciting violence was on Tuesday, July 16 sentenced to 36 months behind bars by Mwenezi Magistrate Conceptor Ngwerume after a full trial.
Mapepa (46) of village 4 Muzhanjire Ranch in Mwenezi District was being charged with incitement as defined in Section 187(1) of the Criminal Law Codification and Reform Act Chapter 9:23.
He was being represented by Noble Chinhanu of the Jiti Law Chambers and had pleaded not guilty to the charges but was, however, found guilty after a full trial.
Ngwerume sentenced Mapepa to 36 months behind bars of which 16 months were conditionally suspended and he will serve an effective 20 months in prison.
It was the state’s case as presented by Prosecutor Leyton Katsidzira that on July 23, 2023 while at Rutenga Business Centre in Mwenezi at around 1415hours Mapepa convened a meeting on behalf of the CCC party at the business center. The meeting was sanctioned by the police to start at 1400hrs and to end at 1600hrs.
The State argued that since Mapepa was one of the CCC leaders, at 1600 hrs he was asked by police officers to disperse the crowd but the accused reportedly refused as he allegedly started to tell people not to disperse and the crowd heeded up until 1700 hrs when a convoy of then party leader Chamisa arrived at Rutenga Growth Point.
The State further argued that police officers approached Mapepa and his crowd to try and disperse them but he and other members pelted them with stones, threatening to assault them. The officers later on managed to disperse the crowd.
Mapepa was then subpoenaed by police to attend court months after the incident, subsequently leading to his arrest, trial, and conviction for incitement.

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