Old Mutual high school quiz finals kick off
STAFF WRITER
After months of rigorous academic battles across zonal and provincial rounds, the much-anticipated finals of the Old Mutual High School Quiz have officially begun.
Finalist teams from across Zimbabwe arrived in Harare yesterday, where they are now immersed in two days of activities culminating in the national championship at The Heritage Village.
Today marks the formal opening of the finals programme, with students participating in a full-day conference focused on personal development, leadership, and experiential learning beyond the classroom. The curated workshop is designed to complement the quiz experience and reinforces Old Mutual Zimbabwe’s continued dedication to nurturing well-rounded, future-ready learners.
The day’s programme includes financial literacy training through Old Mutual’s acclaimed “On the Money” programme, career guidance and motivational talks delivered by Old Mutual professionals, and youth confidence coaching led by the renowned Coach Taf. An educational tour of Liberation City is also on the agenda, offering students a chance to explore the country’s liberation heritage as part of a holistic educational journey.
This year’s edition of the quiz has been one of the most fiercely contested, drawing participation from both urban and rural schools. The selection process tested students on academic knowledge, critical thinking, and collaboration, and only the top 30 schools have advanced to the final stage.
The finalists competing for national honours are: Zengeza 1, Mufakose 1, St John’s Emerald, Northlea, St Columbus, Kwenda, Fletcher, Anderson, Chaplin, St Mary’s Beitbridge, Mtsabezi, Sacred Heart, St Anthony, Pamushana, Masvingo Christian College, Nyanga High Marist Brothers, Emmanuel, Hartzel, Chipindura, St Alberts, Bradley, Goromonzi, Wise Owl, Rusununguko, Kariyangwe, Fatima, Lulu Adventist, Sandringham, Moleli, and Nemakonde.
For over a decade, Old Mutual Zimbabwe has proudly sponsored the High School Quiz as part of its education pillar under its Responsible Business strategy. The initiative demonstrates the company’s unwavering commitment to improving educational outcomes and empowering the next generation of leaders.
“The Old Mutual High School Quiz is not just a contest; it is a celebration of learning, leadership, and limitless potential,” said Lillian Mbayiwa, Group Marketing, Public Affairs & Sustainability Executive at Old Mutual Zimbabwe. “As a business committed to shaping a better future, we see this platform as a meaningful way to invest in our youth and support their academic and personal development.”
Mbayiwa also underscored the company’s broader educational mission, highlighting education as a key pillar in Old Mutual’s Responsible Business agenda. “Our goal is to nurture talent, unlock potential, and help shape a generation that is intellectually empowered and socially conscious,” she said.
The finals at The Heritage Village will bring together Zimbabwe’s brightest young minds to compete for the national title and a total of US$16,000 in cash prizes. The top four teams will be awarded as follows: US$7,000 for the champions, US$5,000 for second place, US$3,000 for third, and US$1,000 for the team in fourth place.
As the final showdown draws near, the Old Mutual High School Quiz continues to shine as a powerful platform that celebrates excellence, inspires ambition, and affirms the boundless potential of Zimbabwe’s youth.
