Minister Ndudzo Visits Women’s University in Africa at ZITF
Minister Ndudzo Visits Woman University in Africa at ZITF, Lauds Education 5.0 , Innovativeness and Heritage-Based Curriculum
The Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon. Advocate I. Ndudzo, visited the Woman University in Africa (WUA) exhibition stand during the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) in April. The Minister expressed delight after witnessing what he described as groundbreaking innovation and effective implementation of Education 5.0, alongside a heritage-based curriculum designed to strengthen industrialisation.
At the WUA stand, Hon. Advocate Ndudzo was welcomed by a delegation of WUA students and lecturers, led by Dr. Matema. The delegation presented a detailed account of the university’s direction and demonstrated how its academic and practical programmes align with emerging national priorities—especially those connected to skills development, value creation, and sustainable economic growth.
During the visit, Dr. Matema highlighted WUA’s commitment to advancing learning approaches that reflect the goals of Education 5.0. He noted that the institution actively promote innovation, competency-based training, and industry-responsive education, ensuring that graduates are prepared not only for employment, but also for enterprise and entrepreneurship.
Dr Matema added that the university’s model integrates knowledge with real-world application, allowing learners to engage with practical processes that promote problem-solving and productivity.
In addition to Education 5.0, Dr. Matema emphasised WUA’s focus on a heritage-based curriculum, which the university views as a key catalyst for industrialisation. By drawing on local knowledge systems and cultural resources, WUA is working to ensure that development remains anchored in Zimbabwean identity while also meeting modern technological and economic demands.
Hon. Advocate Ndudzo’s visit further underscored the importance of partnerships between educational institutions and national development platforms such as ZITF. By showcasing WUA’s achievements, the university demonstrated its role in nurturing **
skilled human capital and strengthening industry-linked education.
The Minister’s remarks reflected satisfaction with what he observed at the exhibition stand, noting that WUA’s approach represents a practical and forward-looking pathway toward modernisation, competitiveness, and inclusive growth.