Story by Peter Chivhima
THE government has called on private players within the education sector to collaborate and assist in infrastructure development.
The need for the nation to adopt an inclusive approach in promoting and transforming the country’s education sector took centre stage when academics, government officials, parents and pupils gathered at Eagles Group of School in Harare this Sunday to celebrate the achievements of the private sector in the education sector.
Guest of Honour and Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Honourable Torerayi Moyo revealed that government is ready to work with those who follow laid down procedures.
“We are encouraging the private sector to come on board in setting up schools and this will help in infrastructure development. We are saying those who want to set up schools must follow proper procedures and make sure that they register their schools. We had a situation where thirty five students failed to write their exams after the owner allegedly diverted the money for personal use,” said the Minister.
Stakeholders have expressed their appreciation for the government’s friendly and supportive policies, which they say have fostered academic excellence.
Zimbabwe Independent Colleges Association Liaison Officer Dr Tapera Chikandiwa said, “We are in support of what the government has said. The government is saying we need to build our schools together so people should also play their part by registering their schools.”
“We thank the government for the support and creating conducive policies for us as the private sector to thrive and we will continue to support its vision,” Eagles Christian Group of Schools founder Mrs Thusitse Kuta said.
This Sunday’s event also honoured learners who excelled in various subjects with awards for their hard work, and celebrated the graduation of young learners.
