Zimbabwe: After 30km Walk to Class Daily, Zhombe Pupils Finally Get School Closer Home

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Zimbabwe: After 30km Walk to Class Daily, Zhombe Pupils Finally Get School Closer Home

[New Zimbabwe] Zhombe Primary School learners in Chief Gwesela's area have finally managed to get a school closer home after walking at least 30 kilometres daily in order to access the nearest institution.

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