Education officials have hailed this development, noting
that it enhances the credibility and integrity of the examination system.
Over the years, Zimbabwe’s public examinations have been
plagued by cases of cheating, with some individuals caught writing exams on
behalf of candidates and others being arrested for leaking papers. Invigilators
and school officials were among those implicated in past incidents.
However, with Grade 7 exams already completed and the
Ordinary and Advanced Level exams underway, no school has been officially
implicated in any leakages, according to Zimsec, the National Association of
Primary School Heads (Naph), and the National Association of Secondary School
Heads (Nash).
Nash president Mr Arthur Maphosa commended Zimsec for its
efforts in tightening security and improving governance.
“Compared to previous years you will recall that schools,
together with Zimsec, were dominating the news in respect of leakages which
were being experienced and bringing down the credibility of our examinations,”
he said in a recent interview.”
“We are particularly pleased that critical subjects such as
English and Mathematics have been written without any incidents, and we are
hopeful for a completely leakage-free examination period.”
Mr Maphosa said key stakeholders, including schools and
Zimsec, have worked closely together to ensure the credibility and security of
the examination process.
“We have found common ground with Zimsec to maintain the
integrity of the exams. At the primary level, the exams have been completed
without any reported leakages, which is commendable. Thumbs up to Zimsec and
all examination centres for their hard work,” he said.
Zimsec’s public relations manager, Ms Nicolette Moyo,
attributed the success to enhanced collaboration, improved security measures,
and increased awareness efforts. Chroncle
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