The Government has instructed schools across Zimbabwe to enrol learners returning from South Africa without requiring transfer letters or academic reports after thousands of families fled anti-migrant unrest.

Police are investigating a firearm-related incident and an alleged assault that occurred during a rugby match between Eaglesvale College and Christian Brothers College. Authorities have urged calm as investigations continue.

Parents at Munyoro Secondary School have accused the headmaster of monopolising school uniform sales, misusing school property and mismanaging the institution. The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education says investigations are underway.

Zimbabwe's learners spend long days in classrooms, evenings on homework and weekends in extra lessons. But does more study time really mean better education, or are children losing something equally important in the process?