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ARTUZ DECLARES NATIONAL CITIZENS’ DAY OF MOURNING FOR KARIBA VICTIMS…..Our People Deserve More Than Condolences

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

PRESS STATEMENT The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) stands in solidarity with the families, children and communities devastated by the Lake Kariba ferry disaster. The Union extends its deepest condolences to every family that has lost a loved one....

June 2026 ZIMSEC Results Expose the Deepening Crisis in Zimbabwe’s Education System

by Obert Masaraure | August 4, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

PRESS STATEMENT The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) has noted the release of the June 2026 ZIMSEC Ordinary Level examination results, which recorded a national pass rate of 3 percent. While June examination results have traditionally been lower...

ARTUZ Launches the “Bridge To Belong” Education Reintegration Assessment Bot

by Obert Masaraure | July 22, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

PRESS STATEMENT : 22 July 2026 ARTUZ Launches the "Bridge To Belong" Education Reintegration Assessment Bot* The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) is proud to launch the Bridge To Belong Education Reintegration Assessment Bot, a digital platform...

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...

ARTUZ Challenges Stereotypes and Poverty to Ensure Girls’ Education Rights

Jul 15, 2024 | Uncategorized

The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) is sounding the alarm on a grave injustice taking place in rural communities and beyond. Over the past year, an alarming 11 girls from Angwa Secondary School in Mbire District have been forced to drop out of...