Story by Tafara Chikumira, Midlands Bureau Chief
OVER 6 800 graduands were capped by Midlands State University Chancellor, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, at the university’s Kwekwe campus this Thursday.
It was a moment of pride and celebration, especially at the ED Mnangagwa Law School, where graduates were basking in the glory of their academic achievements.
Among the graduates was Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development Honourable Felix Mhona, who was awarded a Master of Laws Degree in Constitutional and Human Rights Law, and Deputy Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet Dr Willard Manungo, who was awarded a Doctorate in Business Leadership.
The journey towards academic achievement was not a stroll in the park.
“I am glad the wait is finally over. All the sleepless nights are now behind me as I look forward to a brighter future,” a graduate said.
“It was difficult to balance work and studies as well. However, everything went well, and I now look forward to using my enhanced skills to improve my workstation,” a grandaunt said.
“She is my only child. As a widow, I had to take care of all her needs, and today it is pleasing to note that she has accomplished this year,” a mother said.
“It is always good to witness your child graduating. This means that the stress has indeed yielded something positive. We are excited as a family,” a guardian said.
The graduation ceremony came at a time when the university had made several strides in the implementation of the Heritage-based Education 5.0 Model, with several innovation projects being initiated.
“This graduation comes on the backdrop of some massive recognition on our part. We have been awarded several accolades in 2025. Our students from the law faculty won the moot competition and emerged as the best in the world. They also came first in the heads of the arguments. They came out in Second place in the African human rights competition. Five of our students won the best in innovation competition by the Institute of Engineers. We have signature projects that have since been patented,” MSU Vice Chancellor Professor Victor Muzvidziwa said.
This year, MSU’s graduation ceremony is historic after being held at the ED Mnangagwa law school, the first time such a ceremony has been held outside the institution’s main campus located in Gweru.
