Friday the 11 th of February marks a very important event on the calendar of the University of Zimbabwe as the University celebrates 50 years of service to the nation.  

The University was incorporated by Royal Charter on 11 February 1955 as the University College of Rhodesia and Nyasaland . In 1971, the University gained its full status as the University of Rhodesia . In 1980, the University became the University of Zimbabwe .

While the official launch of the jubilee celebrations is scheduled for this Friday in (New Lecture Theatre) NLT 400, a number of events have been lined up culminating in the graduation ceremony to be held in August. A number of eminent guests who have been associated with the University over the years are expected at the official launch.

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The Herald will run a special supplement on the University of Zimbabwe on Friday the 11 th of February to celebrate our Golden Jubilee. May I request all faculties and units which normally advertise in this medium to support the supplement by advertising their programmes on this day. Our strategic partners in education, commerce and industry are also going to advertise in this supplement which we hope should be able to illuminate the nation's oldest, biggest and best university.

Interested departments may contact Emmanuel Nyamande at the Herald on 795771

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Event : Golden Jubilee Public Lecture

“The University of Zimbabwe at 50: Reflections on the past , present and future from a global perspective.”

The Lecture will be delivered by Honourable Dr Herbert Murerwa (MP).

His discussants will be:

1. Professor C. Mumba (Zambian Ambassador)
2. Mr B. Itayi (Malawian Ambassador)
3. Professor G Kahari (UZ)

Time: 0930 hours for 1000 hours (Tea will be served during this time)

Venue : New Lecture Theatre 400

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