adminusage of indigenous languages in learning, died on November 3, in London, after a heart attack.
The family spokesman, Tendai Rwambiwa confirmed the death of his father in London last week.
Dr Rwambiwa was in 1996 appointed to the ZBC board of governors.
He was also a chairman for the Centre of Education Technology at the University of Zimbabwe in the early 90s before he went to the Africa University where he was a lecturer in science and technology.
He was a teacher and lecturer in the United Kingdom, United States of America and worked as a consultant in South Africa, East Africa and Zimbabwe.
Many Zimbabweans remember Dr Rwambiwa for his contributions in the Sunday Mail’s weekly column, “As I see it” in which he stimulated debate on the importance of indigenous languages in science and technology and in his articles that suggested effective educational policies.
Dr Rwambiwa believed the education system was failing to lead people to economic independence by requiring them to excel in English while disregarding the languages they understand better.
Dr Rwambiwa’s colleague, Mr John Mapfumo, who worked with him at the Africa University, said the late educationist was by far the most experienced person and yet he remained unassuming and down to earth.
“For me, we lost a scholar, a friend, a motivator and enabler of human effort, we lost above all someone who taught us to love and to be human,” he said.
Dr Rwambiwa is survived by his wife, Joyce and four sons, Tendai, Chenjerayi, Farayi and Shingi.
His body is expected tomorrow.
Mourners are gathered at house number 7642, Glen View 7, Harare.
Online Reporter