Comprehensive School History of Zaka High School

1. Establishment & Founding Vision Zaka High School was established in 1981, shortly after Zimbabwe gained independence, as part of the national mandate to democratize and expand access to secondary education across rural communities. Founded as a co-educational (boys and girls) rural day school, it was designed to bridge the educational gap in the Zaka district by providing accessible, high-quality secondary and non-formal learning opportunities to local youth.

2. Geographical & Cultural Roots Situated in Chivanganye Village under Ward 8 in the Chief Ndanga area of Zaka, the school was grounded in the rich cultural fabric of Masvingo province. From its inception, the institution aimed not only to offer academic instruction but also to instill strong community-oriented values, patriotic duty, and the foundational African philosophy of Unhu (Ubuntu).

3. Governance & Administrative Growth
● Official Registration: The school is formally registered with the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education under Registration Number 1228.
● Responsible Authority: Ownership and administrative stewardship fall under the Zaka Rural District Council (Zaka RDC) (Private Bag 500, Jerera, Masvingo).
Through this local government body, the school has consistently maintained its structural development, infrastructure governance, and alignment with regional educational priorities.

4. Institutional Ethos & Legacy Guided by its motto, “Deeds Not Words,” Zaka High School has continuously emphasized actionable leadership, practical skills, and character building. Over the decades, it has evolved into a vital educational hub providing competence-driven curricula that prepare students both academically and socially for national development.

“About Us”

“Deeds Not Words” — Empowering learners through holistic education, patriotic leadership, and academic competence since 1981. Who We Are Zaka High School is a vibrant, co-educational rural day school located in Chivanganye Village, Ward 8 (Chief Ndanga area), in the heart of Zaka. Established in 1981 and registered under Registration Number 1228, our school operates under the leadership of the Zaka Rural District Council (Zaka RDC) as our Responsible Authority. We are dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment where both young men and women can realize their full intellectual, moral, and practical potential.

Our Core Objectives

1. Inclusive & Competence-Driven Education: To provide inclusive, relevant, and competence-driven secondary and non-formal education tailored to the needs of modern learners.

2. Character & Leadership Development: To nurture well-groomed, patriotic, and development-oriented students ready to contribute meaningfully to society.

3. Values & Community: To foster a deeply rooted culture of teamwork, collaboration, and Unhu/Ubuntu. Our Core Values ● Commitment to educational excellence and student growth. ● Integrity & Unhu in character and community engagement. ● Action-Oriented Leadership (Deeds Not Words).