By Andrew Zhou
After a two-year break, Great Zimbabwe University (GZU) made a triumphant return to the Lowveld Agricultural Show, held from July 31 to August 2, 2025 walking away with a coveted gold medal and a Certificate of Excellence for the best exhibition in the tertiary institutions category.
Speaking to TellZim News, GZU, Director of Information and Public Relations Anderson Chipatiso said the university was delighted to receive recognition, building on the success of its bronze medal win at the Scholastica Exhibition in Bulawayo for its engaging exhibit.
“It’s always a pleasure when our distinguished academic brand receives affirmation from our stakeholders. We warmly welcome this recognition, which comes on the heels of yet another accolade at the Scholastica Exhibition in Bulawayo, where the GZU exhibition was awarded a bronze medal for being the third most interactive exhibit.”
The show’s theme, “Legacy of the Lowveld: Celebrating Smart Agriculture and Innovation,” provided an ideal platform for GZU to showcase its academic innovation, commitment to community engagement, and contributions to the agricultural landscape of the region.
GZU’s exhibition stand was a hive of activity, offering prospective students a chance to explore academic programs, receive on-the-spot enrollment guidance, and interact with university representatives on career pathways. The dynamic setup positioned the institution as a center of learning, innovation, and empowerment.
Notably, GZU continued to support Lowveld agricultural communities, particularly through its initiatives with sugarcane farmers. The university has been instrumental in imparting research-based solutions and technical expertise to enhance productivity and sustainability in the sector.
A live broadcast by GZU Campus Radio kept visitors entertained and informed with interviews, music, and real-time updates directly from the stand.
Attendees also had the chance to purchase traditional mealie meal produced by the university, highlighting GZU’s focus on local economic empowerment.
The gold medal marks another milestone in the university’s growing list of achievements, reaffirming its position as a forward-thinking, people-centered institution dedicated to excellence in education, research, and community development.
