Zimbabwe's Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has prohibited all holiday academic programs during the 2025 school vacation period. The comprehensive ban affects government schools, private institutions, and faith-based educational centers across the nation. Education officials warned administrators that violations would result in strict sanctions against non-compliant institutions. Permanent Secretary Moses Mhike emphasized that organized academic activities during holiday periods violate established educational guidelines. The ministry maintains zero tolerance for exceptions to this policy.
School administrators must ensure complete adherence to the new directive while parents face advisories against paying for holiday lessons. The policy serves multiple educational purposes such as providing adequate rest periods for both educators and students. Officials aim to maintain standardized academic calendars and preserve the integrity of the national curriculum framework. The prohibition takes immediate effect and will be monitored through established education oversight channels. Parents and guardians must make alternative arrangements for their children's holiday activities.
School administrators must ensure complete adherence to the new directive while parents face advisories against paying for holiday lessons. The policy serves multiple educational purposes such as providing adequate rest periods for both educators and students. Officials aim to maintain standardized academic calendars and preserve the integrity of the national curriculum framework. The prohibition takes immediate effect and will be monitored through established education oversight channels. Parents and guardians must make alternative arrangements for their children's holiday activities.
