By Karen Sibanda
Reformed Church in Zimbabwe run Nyashanu High School, located in Buhera District, has
achieved a perfect 100 percent pass rate in the 2025 Advanced Level ZIMSEC Examinations.
According to the school’s statistics, the overall performance of learners was impressive. A total
of 62 learners sat for the examinations, with 46 candidates scoring 10 points and above. The
standout performances included two learners who attained 19 points and six who scored 15
points.
Further analysis shows seven learners recorded 14 points, four with 13 points, six with 12 points,
eight with 11 points, and twelve with 10 points.
The institution recorded a perfect 100 percent pass rate in most subjects. Specific subjects where
every candidate excelled include Heritage Studies, History, FRS, Geography, Shona, Biology,
Crop Science, Business Studies, Economics, Theatre General (TG), Computers, Literature in
English, Sports Science, Sports Management, and Statistics.
The School Head, Jackson Dunatuna, praised the dedicated teaching staff and the learners’
commitment.
“The students’ dedication and parental and guardian support is the reason why their hard work
paid well,” Mr. Dunatuna said.
Nyashanu High School is also famed for its agricultural prowess, which sustains its operations.
The school produces most of its own food and agricultural requirements, notably through
massive potato production, making it one of the few schools in the region to venture into such
large-scale farming.
The school’s location is also considered advantageous, situated away from negative urban
influences. This environment guarantees security and ensures learners have no access to
substances like drugs. The school boasts of having never recorded a single case of drug abuse,
fostering a safe and focused atmosphere conducive to academic excellence.
