Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Polytechnic

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Polytechnic
Former names
Gwanda Zintec College
Established1981
PrincipalDr.Ngoni Mhule Moyo[1]
Academic staff
45[2]
Students1625[2]
Location, ,
20°57′10″S 29°00′44″E / 20.952883°S 29.012175°E / -20.952883; 29.012175
AffiliationsMinistry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Zimbabwe
Location of Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Polytechnic in Matabeleland South

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Polytechnic is a state higher education institution in Gwanda, Zimbabwe,[3][4] offering Diploma in Education.[2]

The Government of Zimbabwe plans major investment into the polytechnic,[5] which will allow it to start offering degrees[6] and resolve the accommodation shortage for students.[7]

The planned Gwanda State University shall be hosted by the Polytechnic whilst construction takes place.[8]

References

  1. ^ "JM Nkomo poly embarks on marketing exercise in Mat South".
  2. ^ a b c "Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Polytechnic". Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Zimbabwe. Archived from the original on 14 November 2011. Retrieved 19 January 2012.
  3. ^ "Examination Centres Registered for HEXCO Courses". Higher Education Examination Council (HEXCO). Archived from the original on 5 September 2012. Retrieved 17 January 2012.
  4. ^ "Gwanda State University to open in January next year". Bulawayo24 News. 6 December 2011. Retrieved 17 January 2012.
  5. ^ "US$386m needed for education". The Zimbabwean. 8 September 2011. Archived from the original on 19 January 2012. Retrieved 19 January 2012.
  6. ^ "Government to upgrade teachers' colleges, polytechnics". The Chronicle. 24 June 2011. Retrieved 19 January 2012.
  7. ^ "Accommodation crisis hits Gwanda college". Newsday. 13 October 2011. Retrieved 19 January 2012.
  8. ^ "Gwanda varsity plans advanced". The Herald. 2 August 2011. Retrieved 17 January 2012.