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PRESIDENT Mnangagwa is today officially commissioning the newly constructed state-of-the-art Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa Midlands State University (MSU) Law School in Kwekwe.
This historic event coincides with the university’s first-ever graduation ceremony to be held outside its main campus in Gweru, which the President, as the Chancellor of State Universities, will preside over.
Thousands of graduands, accompanied by their family members, have thronged the new campus waiting for the President’s arrival.
Our reporters, Patrick Chitumba, Freedom Mupanedemo and Wallace Ruzidzo, will be giving us live updates from Kwekwe.
Cutting-edge law school features moot court, e-library and more
Named after President Mnangagwa who is a lawyer by profession, the law school, built on land donated by Kwekwe City Council, features cutting-edge facilities, including an e-library and a Moot court.
The two-storey building boasts an impressive array of facilities, including 110 rooms such as lecture theatres, moot courts, a library, accommodation, a kitchen, a medical centre, and staff residences.
The facility will provide law students with invaluable practical experience, research skills and an understanding of court proceedings.
It will also accommodate the faculties of Agriculture and Natural Resources, as well as the Built Environment. The new campus has sparked significant development in the area, transforming what was once a rural landscape into a thriving commercial hub.
A striking building now stands tall, and the road from Kwekwe’s central business district to the campus has been upgraded, benefiting local farmers and commuters.
The two-storey building boasts an impressive array of facilities, including 110 rooms such as lecture theatres, moot courts, a library, accommodation, a kitchen, a medical centre, and staff residences.
Over 6,000 MSU graduands expected to graduate
Over 6,000 graduands are expected to be capped by the President at the Midlands State University’s 26th graduation ceremony.
Thousands of graduands, accompanied by their family members, have thronged the new campus waiting for the Chancellor of State Universities, President Mnangagwa, to arrive.
President Mnangagwa arrives in Kwekwe ahead of commissioning of MSU ED Mnangagwa Law School, graduation ceremony
Midlands State University (MSU) Chancellor, President Mnangagwa, has arrived in Kwekwe for the commissioning of the newly established ED Mnangagwa Law School.
The event precedes the university’s 26th graduation ceremony, marking a significant milestone in MSU’s academic development.
The commissioning of the law school underscores MSU’s commitment to expanding its educational offerings and strengthening legal education in Zimbabwe.
The ED Mnangagwa Law School is expected to produce graduates equipped to contribute meaningfully to the country’s legal and judicial systems.
The 26th graduation ceremony will celebrate the achievements of MSU’s students across various faculties, with the inauguration of the law school serving as a highlight of the proceedings.
MSU Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence and Innovation
The Midlands State University (MSU) is celebrating its Silver Jubilee, guided by its vision, mission, core values, and motto since its establishment in 1999 by an Act of Parliament.
MSU has experienced phenomenal growth in student and staff numbers, as well as in the range of disciplines offered. Student enrolment currently exceeds 23,000, supported by a staff establishment of over 2,000. To date, the university has produced more than 80,000 graduates.
Highlighting its academic excellence and commitment to serving the country and beyond, MSU was ranked 18th out of 129 universities by Times Higher Education in 2024—an achievement that coincided with its 25th anniversary celebrations.
Driven by values of gender equality and equity, support for the disadvantaged, and a Pan-African culture, MSU prides itself on being Zimbabwe’s leading university, producing innovative and enterprising graduates who have made a positive impact both locally and globally.
Currently, MSU operates six campuses housing ten faculties: Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources Management; Arts and Humanities; Business Sciences; Education; Engineering and Geosciences; Law; Medicine and Health Sciences; Science and Technology; Social Sciences; and The Built Environment, Art and Design.
The university has embraced the Heritage-based Education 5.0 initiative, aiming to produce goods and services that contribute towards Zimbabwe’s national vision of achieving an upper middle-income economy by 2030.
President unveils commissioning plaque, tours MSU ED Mnangagwa Law School
President Mnangagwa has officially unveiled the commissioning plaque and toured the ED Mnangagwa Law School in Kwekwe
The new law school, named in honour of the President, is set to enhance legal education and training in the country, providing students with modern facilities and resources to pursue careers in law and justice.
The ED Mnangagwa Law School is expected to contribute to producing skilled legal professionals who will support Zimbabwe’s judicial system and governance.
President arrives for the official commissioning of the Law School
President Mnangagwa, who also serves as the Chancellor of Midlands State University (MSU), has arrived at the university to preside over the 26th graduation ceremony. The event officially began with an academic procession, marking the start of the celebrations.
As the Chancellor, President Mnangagwa’s presence underscores the significance of the occasion, which honors the achievements of thousands of graduates from various faculties across MSU’s six campuses.
Minister Shava introduces President Mnangagwa ahead of the Law School commissioning
Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Minister Dr Fredrick Shava has introduced President Mnangagwa during the commissioning of the new ED Mnangagwa Law School.
Dr Shava described the law school as a significant milestone in Zimbabwe’s commitment to developing well-trained legal professionals.
He emphasised that the Second Republic is focused on establishing centres of excellence like the ED Mnangagwa Law School to attract sharp minds, supporting the country’s vision to become an upper middle-income economy by 2030.
He highlighted that the institution is equipped with a moot court and other modern learning facilities designed to enhance research and produce outstanding legal experts who will contribute to Zimbabwe’s legal sector and national development.
President Mnangagwa highlights the role of the Law School in national development
President Mnangagwa, speaking at the commissioning of the new ED Mnangagwa Law School at Midlands State University, emphasised the critical role the institution will play in Zimbabwe’s development.
He described the Law School as a vital addition to the university’s drive to align its programs with the national vision anchored on Education 5.0.
“The law is the backbone of any economy as it safeguards broad-based economic growth,” the President said, urging the institution to produce ethical leaders who will protect the vulnerable and spearhead development.
He stressed that the Law School signifies Zimbabwe’s active participation in shaping students of the 21st century who can compete at a global level.
President Mnangagwa called on law students and legal practitioners to be equipped to face modern societal challenges and to shun corruption.
Highlighting the government’s ongoing support for tertiary institutions, he said, “This Law School bears my name and I urge students to work hard and be inspired to sacrifice for their motherland.”
President Mnangagwa declared that the Law School must be “a beacon of justice, knowledge, and excellence for generations to come.”
Graduation Ceremony Kicks Off
The 26th graduation ceremony at Midlands State University (MSU) has commenced with a welcome address by Vice Chancellor Professor Victor Muzvidziwa.
Professor Muzvidziwa acknowledged the resilience of the graduands, many of whom enrolled during the challenging 2019 Covid-19 pandemic period. Despite the difficulties, they remained courageous and committed and today they celebrate their hard-earned achievements.
“We congratulate and celebrate with you, Your Excellency,” he said, noting that this year’s ceremony is being held away from the usual Gweru campus to mark the commissioning of the new ED Mnangagwa Law School.
This milestone aligns perfectly with the President’s vision and mantra: “Brick by brick we shall build our nation.”
Highlighting the calibre of the graduands, Professor Muzvidziwa revealed that among them are senior government officials—a strong testimony that MSU’s programmes are attracting high-profile leaders and remain relevant to Zimbabwe’s economic development.
The ceremony sets the tone for a hopeful future, emphasizing education as a cornerstone in nation-building and development.
Minister Felix Mhona among 6,849 Graduands capped at MSU
Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona was among the 6,849 graduands who received their degrees during Midlands State University’s 26th graduation ceremony.
The event, officiated by President Mnangagwa, celebrated a diverse group of students who successfully completed their studies, marking a significant milestone in their academic and professional journeys.
Minister Mhona’s participation highlights the strong representation of government officials among the graduands, underscoring the university’s role in providing relevant education that contributes to Zimbabwe’s national development.
Ceremony comes to an end, thank you for following our live coverage.
Peter Tanyanyiwa
we now have several universities offering degrees in law. Currently the University of Zimbabwe has a monopoly in offering the Procedural Law Programme, and it appears to be overwhelmed.
It is imperative that other universities quickly roll out this programme for the sake of competition and absorb students who are failing to access it at the University of Zimabwe.