Zimbabwe Rejects Cambridge Curriculum Claim

Zimbabwe's government has rejected claims that learners can choose between the Heritage-Based Curriculum and international alternatives, insisting that the HBC is mandatory. The dispute with Cambridge University Press & Assessment has created uncertainty among parents and schools, as the government clamps down on international curricula. The move reflects a broader push for educational sovereignty, but critics warn it could limit students' access to global qualifications and reduce competitiveness. The clash highlights the friction between national policy and international standards. The government has insisted that the Heritage-Based Curriculum is the only approved national curriculum. Parents and schools are caught in the middle, uncertain about the future of international qualifications. The dispute has raised concerns about the country's education policy direction.