Harare Headmaster Charged with $25K Theft

A Harare college headmaster appeared in court on September 6, 2026, accused of stealing nearly US$25,000 in school and examination fees from students. The case has shocked the education community. The theft allegedly occurred over several months, with the headmaster exploiting weak financial controls. Parents have demanded stricter oversight of school finances. The case exposes systemic corruption in Zimbabwe's education sector, where trust in school administrators is eroding amid repeated embezzlement scandals.