First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa helped thousands of high school students learn life skills during a special session at Mutendi High School on Friday. She organized separate groups where girls gathered with female teachers for Nhanga talks as boys met with male mentors in Gota sessions. The program happened just before school holidays, when teen pregnancies and substance abuse often increase. Students planted trees with Dr. Mnangagwa before breaking into discussion groups about responsible behavior.
Students talked openly about problems like dating teachers, same-sex relationships, and drug abuse at their schools. One girl mentioned wanting to become a pilot, explaining she chose friends who also valued education. Teachers warned about inappropriate dress and urged students to protect themselves from abuse. The First Lady told students to focus on education before relationships and to help with household chores at home.
Police representatives attended to address questions about reporting sexual abuse. Some students asked how to handle parents who pressure them into unwanted career paths or expose them to inappropriate clothing choices. Both boys and girls demonstrated cooking knowledge when asked. Minister Ezra Chadzamira praised the program for preserving cultural values and creating equal opportunities for youth.
Students talked openly about problems like dating teachers, same-sex relationships, and drug abuse at their schools. One girl mentioned wanting to become a pilot, explaining she chose friends who also valued education. Teachers warned about inappropriate dress and urged students to protect themselves from abuse. The First Lady told students to focus on education before relationships and to help with household chores at home.
Police representatives attended to address questions about reporting sexual abuse. Some students asked how to handle parents who pressure them into unwanted career paths or expose them to inappropriate clothing choices. Both boys and girls demonstrated cooking knowledge when asked. Minister Ezra Chadzamira praised the program for preserving cultural values and creating equal opportunities for youth.
