The Coronavirus situation in Zimbabwe was a huge set back for students as schools were momentarily closed. During that time, the responsible authorities were still figuring out a safe way to reopen amidst the pandemic crisis. However, most exams were still on for exam candidates so naturally parents resorted to extra lessons. It would now… Continue reading Extra lessons ban. Who is it benefiting?
Tag: Teacher’s union
Tension builds as teachers tell government they will not be reporting for duty
In October 2018 and the subsequent months,teachers were given a compensation of between US$520 and US$550. Fast forward to 2021, teachers now earn the equivalent of approximately US$100 and are demanding that their salaries return back to what they used to be in 2018. Government, which firstly, claimed to be unable of offer compensation in… Continue reading Tension builds as teachers tell government they will not be reporting for duty
WATCH: Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe speaks on schools re-opening
The issue of schools re-opening was not received well by a large number of parents and teachers. While parents worried about the safety of their kids in this pandemic, teachers aired their concerns on the same issue in addition to their grievances concerning salaries. Teachers’ blood boiled to watch the VP Chiwenga receive a second… Continue reading WATCH: Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe speaks on schools re-opening
JUST IN: Chiwenga vaccinated again while teachers still wait for their first jab
Zimbabwe’s Vice President Constantino Chiwenga received his second shot of the Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccine this morning at Wilkins hospital. Although not clearly stated, there is reason to believe this jab could have been part of the recent consignment received from China on the 16th of March 2021. This might have been a move to ‘lead… Continue reading JUST IN: Chiwenga vaccinated again while teachers still wait for their first jab
Teacher’s union leader speaks on rumored abduction attempt
Secretary-general of the Amalgamated Rural Teacher’s Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ), Robson Chere had a sad story to tell. On that might be very reflective of the limitations on the so-called freedom of speech and expression that prevail in this democratic nation of ours. The trade unionist was visiting a friend when he says four men… Continue reading Teacher’s union leader speaks on rumored abduction attempt