Remote Teachers Hail Learning Passport for Transforming Education
By Elizabeth Kucherera
In the serene landscape of Chinagana Village in Nyanga District, students from Sachiwo Primary School sit proudly at their desks, surrounded by computers.
Their radiant smiles reveal a moment of significance—one that symbolizes progress and opportunity.
Thanks to the Learning Passport, a program introduced by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education in partnership with UNICEF, Sachiwo Primary School pupils now have renewed hope as they fulfill their dream of using computers for learning.
The Learning Passport, developed by UNICEF and powered by Microsoft Community Training, provides continuous access to digital early childhood education. It is designed to uplift students by bridging the digital divide and enhancing learning opportunities.
Reflecting on the impact of the initiative during a recent media tour, Sachiwo Primary School headmaster Joshua Kamombo expressed appreciation for the program.
“Our school is in a very remote area where most parents cannot afford to buy reading materials, making it difficult for teachers to provide quality education,” Kamombo said.
He added that securing textbooks had been a challenge, and many parents struggled to pay school fees.
Taungana Ndoro, Director of Communication and Advocacy at the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, highlighted the growing adoption of digital learning platforms.
“The Ministry is pleased with the uptake and use of digital learning platforms, particularly the Zimbabwe Learning Passport,” Ndoro said.
He noted that Learning Passport has reduced dependency on hard-copy textbooks, allowing learners to access textbooks and attend lessons online, even for revision purposes.
UNICEF continues to collaborate with communities, schools, and the government to build strong education systems that enhance learning for all children.
