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Blessings Chidakwa, Herald Reporter
Education 5.0, which is being championed by the Second Republic in learning institutions, is churning out problem solvers, innovators and entrepreneurs who are ready to transform Zimbabwe.
This came out at the 42nd graduation ceremony of the Public Service Commission (PSC)’s Domboshava Training Academy held last Friday.
Speaking on behalf of the chairman of Service Commissions Dr Vincent Hungwe, PSC Commissioner Larry Mavima, said the tertiary education sector is refreshing.
“One of the educational transformations in higher learning institutions is the adoption of Education 5.0. It is a philosophy.
“In practice, Education 5.0 encourages problem solving, innovation and generation of wealth; hence graduates will become innovators and creators,” he said.
Secretary Service Commissions, Mrs Sibusisiwe Zembe, who was represented by Mr Nobert Machinjike, said the PSC remains committed to churning out skilled, fit-for-purpose graduates.
She said this is realised through the Public Service Academy, which has over 14 campuses across the country, with the Domboshava Institute as one of them premised on training and developing public servants through reform-based and mandatory courses.
“Our synergies with our stakeholders such as the University of Zimbabwe and sister colleges are instrumental in enhancing our academic standards.
“By fostering partnerships with the community, industry, and commerce, we ensure our graduates acquire relevant skills and competencies that prepare them for the job market and entrepreneurial ventures,” she said.
University of Zimbabwe Vice Chancellor Professor Paul Mapfumo, who was represented by Professor Stanzia Moyo, said the Domboshava Institute has moved from Education 3.0 to Education 5.0 as a way to reconfigure itself from a colonially designed education system that prepared minds only for the world of work.
“The complexities of the world and the problems we intend to solve when we face the world of work or entrepreneurship require similar tactics of resilience and determination we use in the classroom.
“As it stands, our education system is moving towards extricating our minds from the perennial bondage. Our socio-economic emancipation rests on the decolonisation of the mind.
“Therefore, our learning is now centred on problem-solving in the workplace or the communities in which we reside. Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills become part of our make-up.
“As we embrace Vision 2030, this transformation is essential for developing professionals who can navigate, innovate, and lead in a dynamic global environment,” said Prof Mapfumo.
Principal of PSC Domboshava Campus, Mr Tinashe Kamumvuri, said the PSC continues with its efforts to update infrastructure, which include curriculum renewal, staff retooling and water supply upgrades.
“The implementation of an e-learning library and a learning management system will improve our students’ access to essential materials and promote a collaborative and innovative atmosphere.
“To our graduands, let your light shine as you make giant leaps into the world. Be agents of transformation and ambassadors of excellence,” he said.
Mr Kamumvuri urged graduates to embrace servant leadership and contribute to building a prosperous nation, as encapsulated in the mantra, “Nyika inovakwa nevene vayo/ Ilizwe lakhiwa ngabanikazi balo”.
“Knowledge and creativity are the key elements you possess, ready to unlock the doors of countless opportunities.
“Wallowing in the mud of ignorance is brutality to the soul, an educated man can suffer the same fate if he decides to be hesitant and lackadaisical in motion,” he said.
The graduation ceremony was also attended by local traditional leadership and several Government officials.
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