Online Reporter
Raymond Jaravaza, Zimpapers Writer
A TOTAL of 717 Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service (ZPCS) officers, comprising 552 males and 165 females, have begun the 2026 Internal Developmental Courses for Non-Commissioned Officers at the Ntabazinduna Training School.
ZPCS Commissioner General Dr Moses Chihobvu said the official opening of the 2026 Internal Developmental Courses for Non-Commissioned Officers signifies ZPCS’s unwavering commitment to professional growth, leadership development and institutional transformation.
“As we begin the year 2026, we do so guided by the ZPCS’s vision and transformational agenda, which places training and capacity building at the centre of organisational renewal. These developmental courses are a deliberate investment in human capital, aimed at moulding disciplined, competent and forward-looking leaders who will anchor our operations today and into the future,” said Comm Chihobvu.
“A total of 717 officers, comprising 552 males and 165 females are commencing various internal courses designed to enhance leadership, supervision, security and operational effectiveness,” he said.
The courses include Supervisory Management Course, Basic Security Intelligence Course, Basic Instructors Course, Basic Stores Management Course, Military Police Records Course, Junior Investigation Course and Correctional Reaction and Tactics Course among others.
“I wish to commend ourselves for successfully running these courses internally. Previously, ZPCS relied heavily on training slots from sister security services for some of these programmes. The ability to now conduct these courses in-house is a clear demonstration of institutional growth, self-reliance and maturity,” he said.
He commended the training section and the commandant of the Ntabazinduna Training School for their dedication, professionalism and tireless efforts in making the courses a reality. Three of the officers are from the Eswatini Correctional Services.
“Their presence underscores the importance of regional cooperation and collaboration in strengthening correctional practices. On behalf of the ZPCS, I extend our sincere gratitude to the Commissioner-General of His Majesty’s Correctional Services of Eswatini for releasing their officers to participate in this programme.
“Such collaboration enhances skills exchange, promotes shared standards and improves operational effectiveness across the region,” he said.
The ZPCS management remains resolute in supporting its professional development, said the prisons boss.
“A skilled and disciplined workforce is fundamental to effective corrections management, rehabilitation, public safety and the successful implementation of reforms such as the parole system.
“The knowledge and competencies you will acquire through these courses will be critical in ensuring the professional, ethical and effective implementation of parole within our correctional framework,” he added.
