HARARE – Primary and Secondary Education Permanent Secretary Mr Moses Mhike has sent a warning to schools that are refusing to take ZiG for payments of school fees saying it is not a matter of choice.

“School authorities are expected to abide by the Pronouncement made by the RBZ in terms of the new currency that has been introduced. It is not a matter of choice, but to simply accept ZiG as legal tender, which is amongst the basket of other currencies.

“Therefore, as usual, schools are expected to provide to parents and guardians, all the payment modalities, like payment in cash, online transfers and swipe. The ministry will be working with other Government agencies, including ZACC (Zimbabwe Anti Corruption Commission), FIU (Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s Financial Intelligence Unit), the police, as well as our school inspectors to ensure compliance with the use of the multi-currency system.

“Any school heads who defy this directive will have disciplinary measures taken against them.”