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Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the exchange of Educational Personnel and Expertise with the Republic of Rwanda.

The partnership is set to propel the concept of African solutions to its challenges, while also protecting citizens from the dangers of unethical and unfair recruitment practices for human capital across national borders.

The Minister of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare Professor Paul Mavima said: “I am happy that our MoU has comprehensive provisions which engrain decent work principles across the whole process of exchange of personnel and expertise, including critical issues in labour migration such as non-discrimination and portability of social security benefits. I have no doubt this MoU shall indeed be a template of good practice across the continent of Africa and beyond.”

He added: “On our part, I wish to confirm that the necessary pre-departure training of the selected personnel will be conducted to ensure that they easily fit and adjust to the working life in Rwanda. The professionalism and work ethic of the people of Zimbabwe is well recognised and I have no doubt that the selected candidates will give a good account of the dignity and proficiency of the people of Zimbabwe in their respective work stations with a view to positively contribute to the development ethos of Rwanda.”

The partnership is also a platform for Zimbabwe and Rwanda to play a significant role in advancing the aspirations of the continent with Agenda 2063 and the African Continental Free Trade Agreement in mind. - Colette Musanyera, ZBC News