Zimbabwe Minister Urges Private Sector To Help Build 1900 New Schools
The government of Zimbabwe has issued a direct call to the private sector, urging businesses to step in and construct new schools. This urgent appeal comes as the nation grapples with a severe shortage of approximately 1,900 educational institutions. The Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, Torerai Moyo, has publicly stated that private investment is now essential to bridge this critical gap and ensure children across the country can access education.
A Dire National Shortfall Prompts Drastic Appeal
According to the Daily News, the shortage of schools is a pressing national issue. Minister Moyo confirmed the staggering figure, highlighting a deficit of nearly two thousand institutions.
This situation has created significant challenges for learners, especially in remote and rural communities. Many children are forced to undertake long, arduous walks simply to receive an education. In a statement, the Minister laid out the government’s position with clarity.
“Private sector must build schools,” Minister Moyo was quoted as saying in the Daily News.
The government’s strategy involves actively encouraging private entities and individuals to invest in the education sector. The goal is to rapidly increase the number of schools available to the population.
Minister Moyo emphasised that this private involvement is not just welcome, but necessary to address the scale of the problem facing the nation.
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