09/02/2025
New Mathendele Primary School betters access to education in Plumtree
The newly constructed Mathendele Primary School in Plumtree, built using devolution funds, is set to ease congestion in existing schools and significantly improve access to education in the border town.
The school, which now accommodates learners from Early Childhood Development (ECD) A to Grade 2, was established to alleviate overcrowding at Dingumuzi Primary School. Construction began in 2021 and was completed in 2024, with a total investment of US$198 000 sourced from devolution funds, the beer levy, and council allocations.
The Government has embarked on a deliberate strategy to enhance education infrastructure countrywide, including here in Matabeleland South Province. This initiative addresses the infrastructure gap, improves literacy and numeracy levels, and reduces the distances learners have to travel to school,” she said.
The minister stated that Mathendele Primary School will serve newly developed suburbs such as Mathendele and ZBS, while also helping to decongest older schools like Matiwaza, Allan Redfern, and Dingumuzi Primary Schools, which collectively accommodate 3 460 learners.
This event marks not just the opening of a building but the beginning of endless possibilities for the children of this community. Education is the foundation of any thriving society. It shapes young minds, empowers individuals, and lays the groundwork for progress and development.
By investing in schools, the Government is investing in future leaders who will drive Zimbabwe towards a prosperous economy.
With social amenities and infrastructure development being key pillars of the National Development Strategy 1 (NDS1), local authorities have utilised devolution funds to complement community and stakeholder efforts, ensuring timely project completion.
Devolution funds continue to assist local authorities across the country in fulfilling their obligations, leading to the development of essential infrastructure such as clinics, classroom blocks, roads, and bridges.