Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. MARIST Brothers Nyanga won the fourth consecutive Old Mutual High School Quiz national title, beating 10 other schools at the finals held in Harare last week.
They took home US$7 000 after beating St Anthony’s High School and Pamushana High School into second and third places, respectively.
The two schools earned US$5 000 and US$3 000, respectively for their efforts, while Fletcher High School, which secured fourth place, walked away with US$1 000.
In addition to the cash prizes, students from the top teams received laptops, smartphones, iPads, trophies and medals in recognition of their outstanding performance.
The 10 finalists emerged from a pool of over 326 that participated in the competition at zonal level and battled through provincial knockouts to earn their places at the national stage.
Old Mutual group chief executive officer Samuel Matsekete reflected on the deeper meaning of the quiz.
“From its humble beginnings in 1983, the Old Mutual High School Quiz has evolved into one of Zimbabwe’s most respected academic platforms, a movement that connects provinces, unearths talent and fuels a culture of excellence,” he said.
“Education remains a core pillar of our responsible business strategy. Through initiatives like the High School Quiz, Old Mutual continues to invest in building a generation that is not only academically capable, but socially conscious, confident and equipped to shape the future.”
Skills Audit and Development minister Paul Mavima, paid tribute to the life skills embedded in the quiz format.
“The Old Mutual Quiz is not merely a contest of facts, but a principle of mental agility and strategic intellect,” he said.
“Every participant has learned how to think, process complex information, and perform under pressure, core competencies that shape not only academic success, but careers across all sectors of the economy.”
This year’s finals capped off a two-day programme that included financial education through Old Mutual’s “On the Money” programme, mental wellness sessions and an immersive educational tour of Liberation City.
The experience was designed to expose learners to leadership, wellness, and real-world skills beyond the classroom, making it not just a competition but a life-changing journey.
As the curtain closed on the 42nd edition of the National High Schools Quiz, what remained clear was that the Old Mutual High Schools Quiz is no longer just a tournament.
It’s a growing national tradition, one that continues to shape futures, ignite dreams and empower young Zimbabweans to lead with knowledge, pride and purpose.
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