Terrence Mawawa

Teachers in Masvingo are secretly celebrating the High Court ruling that bars Zanu PF from forcing teachers and pupils to attend its rallies.

High Court Judge Justice Joseph Mafusire last week ruled that the ruling party should not force teachers and pupils to attend its political gatherings.

Teachers in the city of Masvingo told ZimEye.com the landmark ruling had brought relief to school authorities, parents and pupils.

“When Mnangagwa came to Masvingo three weeks ago, we were forced to suspend all learning activities and his rally disrupted our daily rhythm.

We are happy with the High Court because our learning programmes will no longer be affected by Zanu PF rallies,” said a Masvingo based primary school teacher.

“We would like to thank the High Court of Zimbabwe for instructing Zanu PF to desist from forcing teachers and pupils attend its political rallies,” said a student teacher who identified herself as Linda.