adminST John’s Emerald Hill High School head boy, Munashe Jumbe (17) is determined to achieve success in curricular and non-curricular activities.
Munashe is a member of the Junior Parliament media department, Toastmasters vice-president, debate club, quiz club and the school’s sports team.
Munashe hopes to study corporate law at university to improve Zimbabwe’s justice system.
Despite growing up in a home where income was unstable and resources limited, Munashe is determined to achieve success.
He hopes to have multiple charity organisations and reform Zimbabwe’s justice system in future.
“I am currently doing Biblical Studies, History, Literature and General Paper at A-Level.
“In Lower Six, I came first in my class twice in the first and second term, topping a class of 46 students.
“I love expressing myself, debating and arguing, and I can bring out that natural nurtured talent in my essays and arguments.
“I love the English language more than anything; it gets me so excited,” he said.
Munashe said he has written articles for different companies and magazines.
“Whenever I write, I always feel a sense of personal connection. I grew up in the church, and that is when I learnt about the love of God and how it has expanded me.
“Through the struggles I have been through, I have learnt a lot. I am not shaped by my past, but what I intend to do in the future.
“My background has really affected me mentally and emotionally, but I do not use it as an emotional cry. I use it as inspiration to raise me higher to do things more,” he said.
“My school fees is three times my parents’ salaries, but they still find ways for me to be here. I am more focused on studying corporate law when I go to university so that I can improve our justice system.
“This being my last year in high school, I am trying to make it as impactful as possible before applying at universities.
“I do all these activities because I want to make my application more attractive and appealing.
“I know that the current situation in Zimbabwe is not the most favourable, but I believe in God that sponsorship will come.
He said he comes from a home where income is unstable.
“I have had situations where food wasn’t always enough, with no electricity and water, but God has always provided what I require.
“Some kids always have access to Wi-Fi, but I put in work, trying to get the best I can out of my education even though I don’t have the resources necessary.
“I believe that everyone needs a good comeback story because a person who comes from humble beginnings can rise to the highest possible position.
“When I leave school, I will be an alumnus, and will help some of the clubs at school for making me the person I am today.
“You never know where you are going when you do not know where you are coming from.
“The world is not a fair place, people will always try to remove the light that you have, but God will raise you up,” he said.
He said he hopes to have multiple charity organisations in the next decade.
“I see myself being happy and owning my own corporate law firm, helping my parents and reforming Zimbabwe’s justice system.
“I am sometimes stressed because as a student, I have many responsibilities, which is exhausting.
“I find myself having three hours of sleep per day, but it is worth it because I put in so much dedication towards my goal.
“The best part of being head boy is seeing the different ideas that people have and engage in, witnessing charity events and clean-up campaigns at the school.”
He applauded the school’s authorities for their efforts.
“The St John’s flag always flies high in everything we do. A lot of students do not have safe places, but at St John’s, the teachers are always willing to assist.
“Every year, we have students who are highest in the country and it’s because of the dedication of the teachers.
“The school’s administration is extraordinary as they show their undying determination to help students.
“Recently, our girls’ basketball and rugby players performed well in the Zimbabwe national team.
“The school has all sporting activities as it believes that children should not only be focused on books.
“Sports are mandatory because we cannot have you being a top student, yet you’re a low player. Students should be all-rounders,” he said.
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