He called for a shift towards rural industrialization, enabling rural Zimbabweans to own machinery, operate factories & join a rising middle class. This approach, he noted, is crucial for reducing poverty, promoting economic growth, & bridging the urban-rural development gap.

The conference aims to address the country's economic imbalance btwn urban & rural areas. Delivering the speech on behalf of the Hon. Minister Amb. Dr. F.M Shava, Deputy Minister Hon S. Sibanda emphasized that Zimbabwe's dual economic structure has long hindered rural dvlpmnt.

The Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education Innovation Science and Technology Developmemt is hosting a 2-day Rural Industrialization Conference from 26-27 June 2025, themed "Bridging the Rural-Urban Divide: Innovation Skills & Industrialization for an Inclusive Zimbabwe.".

Key events were taking place, one of which was the signing of the Charter for the Women in Science, Engineering, and Technology Organization by the Minister of @mhtestd Hon Ambassador Dr. F.M. Shava.

The SADC Joint Meeting of Ministers responsible for Education and Training, Science, Technology, and Innovation wrapped up today at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC), where it was held from June 17 to June 20, 2025.

Today's clean-up campaign.

This launch marks a significant commitment to zero tolerance for sexual harassment in our higher and tertiary education institutions. It promises a safe and respectful environment where every student, lecturer, and administrator is valued, respected, and protected.

Today, the Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education Innovation Science and Technology Development, Hon. Ambassador. Dr. Frederick.M. Shava, launched the Model and Benchmarking Policy on Anti-Sexual Harassment.

The Integrated Skills Expansion Outreach Programme (ISEOP) is already making an impact. The government’s Work for Fees Programme makes higher educational possible for those facing financial barriers.".

In this regard, the curriculum in our tertiary education institutions must be chiefly informed by national ideology. Education is not confined to lecture halls; it is the engine behind Zimbabwe’s National Rural Industrialization Agenda.

Snippets from the speech:. "Zimbabwe’s shift from Education 3.0 to Education 5.0 was a deliberate prioritization of industrialization, research and innovation. Our vision for 2030 is clear: an education system that produces graduates who do not merely seek jobs but create them.

A total of 662 students (621 females & 41 males) received diplomas in primary teacher edctn. The ceremony aligns with the gvrnmnt's efforts to strengthen teacher edctn & implement Education 5.0, focusing on teaching, research, community service, innovation & industrialization.

Seke Teachers' College 38th Graduation Ceremony. Guest of Honour: Hon. Minister of @mhtestd Amb. Dr. F.M Shava was represented by the Deputy Minister, Hon. Simelisizwe Sibanda. Theme: Leveraging Heritage-Based Education for Research,Innovation and Industrialisation.

The Vice Chancellor, Professor Mwenje, announced plans to start manufacturing smartphones and tablets in the near future. Hon. Minister Shava praised the university for its commitment to empowering rural communities through job creation in the Masawu industry.

During his tour, he witnessed various innovations & projects such as:.- Production of beauty soap.- Masawu juice.- Optometry Clinic.- Artificial insemination of goats.- Mouthwash production

Bindura University of Science Education Showcases its Innovations to Hon. Minister. On May 14, 2024, the Minister of @mhtestd Hon. Amb. Dr. Frederick M. Shava, visited the Bindura University of Science Education.

Innovation Africa is an important event in bringing together international organisations in Education & ICT sectors along with African gvrnmnts to meet wth Ethiopian officials & institutions to improve the qlty of edctn, promote innovation & develop skills for jobs of the future.

The Minister of @mhtestd Hon.Amb.Dr Frederick M. Shava is attending the Innovation Africa Summit of Ministers responsible for Education and ICT, hosted in Addis Ababa Ethiopia by AfricanBrains and the Federal Ministry of Labour and Skills Development.