LIVE FROM ZOU’S INAUGRUAL RESEARCH & INNOVATION WEEK (DAY 1 MORNING)

The stage is set and the energy is palpable at the Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU) Harare-Chitungwiza Regional Campus in Hatcliffe for the kick-off of the inaugural Research & Innovation Week (29–31 July 2026)!

Under the theme “From Ideas to Impact: Advancing Research and Innovation for National Transformation,” academics, innovators, and thought leaders have gathered to explore how open learning can drive national development.

Driving Ideas to Impact 🎙️ | Zimbabwe Open University Vice Chancellor, Professor P.H. Gundani, delivers his high-level keynote address during the opening morning of the Inaugural ZOU Research & Innovation Week at the Harare-Chitungwiza Regional Campus. Prof. Gundani highlighted the pivotal role of open and distance learning in advancing Education 5.0 and driving national transformation.

✨ Official Welcome & Opening: The morning commenced with warm welcome remarks and a high-level presentation by ZOU Vice Chancellor, Professor P.H. Gundani, setting a powerful direction on translating academic ideas into high-impact solutions for Zimbabwe.

💡 Keynote Public Lecture: Renowned academic Professor K.P. Dzvimbo is ready to deliver an inspiring public lecture on “Heritage-Based Education 5.0 in ODEL Settings,” expertly facilitated by Professor E.Z. Nyakatawa. The session sparked deep conversations on leveraging local knowledge, research, and distance learning technologies to create real industrial impact.

Stay tuned for live updates from the breakout tracks covering Artificial Intelligence, Green Business, Legal Frameworks, and Transformative Education!

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