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THE AMALGAMATED RURAL TEACHERS UNION OF ZIMBABWE (ARTUZ) OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED THE TEACHERS’ BASKET OF NEEDS SURVEY REPORT

by Obert Masaraure | June 19, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

May 2026 The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) officially launched the Teachers’ Basket of Needs Survey Report on 19 May 2026 in a historic virtual gathering attended by teachers, union representatives, civil society organisations, education...

AMALGAMATED RURAL TEACHERS UNION OF ZIMBABWE (ARTUZ) *SOLIDARITY STATEMENT ON INTERNATIONAL DOMESTIC WORKERS’ DAY

by Obert Masaraure | June 17, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) joins the global labour movement in commemorating International Domestic Workers' Day, a day dedicated to recognising the invaluable contribution of domestic workers and reaffirming their right to decent work,...

ARTUZ Civil Servants Salary Petition

by Mashvee | March 20, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Marking the Conclusion of Education Week: A Call to Action for Quality Education

Jan 21, 2025 | Uncategorized

Press Statement As Education Week comes to an end, the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) extends its heartfelt gratitude to all teachers, learners, parents, and stakeholders who participated in this week-long journey of reflection, advocacy, and...

Our Rights Under Siege: ARTUZ Calls for Justice and Dignity on Human Rights Day

Dec 10, 2024 | Uncategorized

The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) commemorates International Human Rights Day under the theme "Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now." This day marks the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), a historic commitment to...

ARTUZ Statement on Government Announcement of Annual Bonus Payments for Public Sector Workers

Nov 5, 2024 | Uncategorized

The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) acknowledges the government's decision to release annual bonuses for public sector workers in two installments. However, while this gesture is appreciated, it falls short of adequately addressing the economic...

ARTUZ Calls for debt relief for civil servants.

Sep 18, 2024 | Uncategorized

18 September 2024 The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe, ARTUZ is seriously concerned with the debt levels among teachers. A survey conducted by the Union has revealed that around 30% of teachers are earning incomes below USD 80 monthly, around 70% lose...

ARTUZ THIRD TERM 2024 schools opening report.

Sep 17, 2024 | Uncategorized

02 September 2024 The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe, ARTUZ conducted a survey on the state of preparedness for schools opening. The survey focused on the following pillars; Learner preparedness Teacher preparedness School preparednessThe key findings...

Birthday message to President Mnangagwa

Sep 16, 2024 | Uncategorized

Dear President Emmerson Mnangagwa 15 September 2024 We join the nation in wishing you a Happy Birthday. On the 15th of September 1942 you were born to a peasant family of Mafidhi and Mhurai Mnangagwa. We understand that because of your peasant background you really...