Online Reporter
Paul Pindani in CHINHOYI
A TEACHER at an infants’ school has been arrested for allegedly showing pornographic material to the kids, teaching them about kissing and, in some instances, even fondling their breasts.
Victor Zivira, a teacher at Vimbaishe Infant school, which is based in Chinhoyi, was arrested by Chemagamba police on allegations of abusing the children at the school.
It is alleged Zivira showed pornographic material to the kids and would teach them about inappropriate things like kissing.
He is expected to appear in court today.
The founder of the school, Vimbainashe Matsika, said the abuse came to light when they were conducting counselling sessions.
“As we conducted one of these sessions, learners started sharing how the monster of a teacher molested them.
“As a parent and a director, I reported the issue to the police and the Ministry of Education.
“We cannot have child abusers taking the innocence of our children – NO and NEVER,” she said.
Matsika said child abuse cases were on the rise and she urged parents and guardians to have time with the learners at home and at church.
“Our children are at risk anytime and anywhere and, as school stakeholders and guardians, we must be on guard to watch over our learners and protect them.
“Parents and guardians are busy nowadays, we sometimes cannot afford to spare a few minutes with our children to guide and counsel them.
“But it is our mandate, we have to create time and know what is happening to our children when we are not with them.
“At school let’s talk to them. Let’s talk about body awareness, health, personal hygiene, self-respect and confidence, respecting others and body boundaries. I am a self- made child advocate, and I will be to the end.”
She added:
“Let’s guide and counsel every time and everywhere. Hope and pray this will help somebody,” said Matsika.
“Let’s not be too busy and forget them.”
