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A Zimbabwean's glimpse into China's science and technology backyard

My visit to China Agricultural University (CAU) on July 30, 2025 revealed far more than expected â€“ it offered a compelling insight into a transformative model of agricultural development. There, I was introduced to a concept that immedia…

Published: 02 Aug 2025 at 20:28hrs | 4 | by Dereck Goto

South Africa finishes last in Mathematics and Science

The 2023 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study revealed that South African learners finished stone last, even though they competed against much younger children.The Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIM…

Published: 07 Dec 2024 at 18:08hrs | 2333 | by Staff reporter

Pathisa Nyathi's final journey: Exploring African science and witchcraft

In a chilly July mid-morning last year, Pathisa Nyathi, a renowned African cultural historian and prolific author, walked into the Sunday News newsroom, carrying with him three new books. These works marked the continuation of his lifelong…

Published: 10 Nov 2024 at 10:49hrs | 113 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe hit by critical shortage of maths, science teachers

Due to a severe shortage of teachers for critical subjects like mathematics, physics, biology, and chemistry, the government has opted to recruit university graduates to fill these positions.According to information obtained by NewsDay, th…

Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:51hrs | 55 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa's Zanu-PF brings science into campaign?

Zanu-PF has said it will deliver a scientific campaign whose messaging will speak to realistic transformation of citizens' lives as articulated by President Mnangagwa at the launch of the party's campaign on Saturday.The ruling party launc…

Published: 26 Jun 2023 at 06:48hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean science teacher bags prestigious leadership award in US

The prestigious Cisco Youth Leadership Award, with a prize of $250,000 (R4.6m), this year went to Zimbabwean science teacher Nkosana Butholenkosi Masuku.He founded Phenomtech-Sciency to make science, technology and engineering (Stem) acces…

Published: 29 Apr 2023 at 20:07hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean Maths & Science Teacher Shines In South Africa

Zimbabwe. A Zimbabwean science teacher based in South Africa has won awards for recording the best results in the neighbouring country.The teacher, Nkosiphile Moyo (34) of Filabusi, teaches Mathematics, Chemistry, and Physics at the Johann…

Published: 12 Feb 2023 at 07:43hrs | 18 | by Staff reporter

Free land, duty-free equipment for science facilities

Government will provide land free of charge to investors who intend to build facilities for innovation, research and development, while equipment and materials for such centres would be imported duty-free, as part of targeted incentives me…

Published: 19 Jun 2022 at 10:04hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga and the decolonisation of the field of political science

WHILE the repository of African political philosophy is awash with contributions from intellectual doyens like Marcus Garvey, Senghor Toure, Walter Rodney, Archie Mafeje, Ali Mazrui, Thabo Mbeki, Asante Molefi; our very own Tafataona Mahos…

Published: 20 Dec 2020 at 06:42hrs | 7 | by Richard Runyararo Mahomva

The science of winning by-elections

URBAN folks are shocked how and why Zanu-PF is winning by-elections amid the economic turmoil. Again, their reasoning still stumbles back to how they mistakenly universalise city aspirations to assume that periphery (rural) interests and e…

Published: 25 Aug 2019 at 09:50hrs | 4 | by Michael Mhlanga

Building Africa's scientific talent

Ten years ago, South African physicist Neil Turok made a bold prediction: the world's next Einstein will be from Africa. A decade later, it is worth considering whether the continent is any closer to finding the next global genius.Statisti…

Published: 01 Jan 2019 at 11:16hrs | 2 | by Daniel Mundeva

STEM and STEAM, New Spectacles in Education System

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics is the current initiative of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology Development. In the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education the main thrust is on STEAM, Science, Te…

Published: 19 Nov 2016 at 09:24hrs | 608 | by Paddy Chakabva

O' Level students write exams using borrowed equipment

Some ordinary level students at Sizane High School in Pelandaba had to write their Food and Nutrition practical examinations using unfamiliar equipment after their laboratory was destroyed by strong winds in Bulawayo last week.Sizane High …

Published: 15 Oct 2016 at 17:47hrs | 990 | by Staff reporter

Science, the African, and the Race Wars

This is written for all, particularly those under 35. Life must have a purpose, we all must seek out our purpose for society and do our best to fulfill it. The western culture, those that run it, culture stems from the very top, those who …

Published: 28 Mar 2015 at 16:50hrs | 3 | by Bhekuzulu Khumalo

Zim must move from nationalised education curriculum to a localised one

Exploring the path of mandatory learning and teaching of Mathematics, Science and History, with key stakeholdersIn a further pursuit and response to the announcement of the Secretary of Education, Sports, Arts and Culture, that in addition…

Published: 19 Jul 2011 at 11:09hrs | 16 | by Akim Zwelibanzi

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