By Victor Fanuel
Harare – The University of Zimbabwe (UZ) has lifted the suspensions of six students who were disciplined for protesting in solidarity with striking lecturers, saying it had “reconsidered its position” but warned against future conduct that could harm the institution’s “reputation and integrity.”
The suspended students — Narshon Kohlo, Blessing Mtisi, Nodesha Maingehama, Tafadzwa Katsande, Tawana Hove, and Tariro Mtukura — are members of the Zimbabwe National Students Union (ZINASU), UZ Chapter.
They were suspended in May 2025 after organising a campus protest in response to a lecturers’ strike that began on April 16.
In letters dated July 9, University Registrar Munyaradzi Madambi confirmed the reversal of the suspensions and withdrawal of disciplinary proceedings.
“Please be advised that the University has reconsidered its position and decided to lift your suspension from the University of Zimbabwe and also withdraw the Student Disciplinary matter which had previously been levelled against you,” wrote Madambi.
The registrar expressed hope that the students had “atoned” for their actions and urged them to avoid any behaviour that could damage the university’s image.
The university also directed the Manager of Examinations and Certification to reactivate the students’ E-mhare accounts, release their results, and facilitate their return to studies.
