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PRIZE GIVING AND SPEECH NIGHT TRAVEL AND EXCURSIONS
Headmaster’s Speech Lower sixth outward bound team building course
Board of Governors Report Form 1s @ Lasting Impressions
History Great Zimbabwe Tour
7 Shona Trip to Chief Gambiza
Upper Sixth Leadership Training
STAFF MEMBERS

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GOLDRIDGE HOUSE
BOARDING LIFE
Goldridge House
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12 SPORT
Athletics / Basketball / Cricket / Golf / Hockey / Netball
CLASS PHOTOS Rugby / Tennis / Soccer / Swimming
Student Leaders
Class Photos
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21 CLUBS
Art / Chess / Debate & Public Speaking
ACADEMIC RESULTS Drama / Environment and Wildlife / Grooming
Cambridge Examinations Results 2016 ICT & Media / Interact / Junior Achievers
IGCSE / ‘O’ Level / Advanced Level Kids Next Door / Leos / Library / Music
Student Awards Scouts / SETA / Scripture Union

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NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Microsoft Office Specialist National Championships 2017 Interhouse Drama Competition
National ATS Senior Basketball Interhouse Music Competition
Interschools Debate Allied Arts Music Competition
CHISZ Soccer Tournament Alied Arts Literary Festival 2017
Old Mutual Mathematics Olympiad Gils College Literary Competition
Rotary Club International Exchange Programme

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KEY EVENTS OF THE YEAR LITERARY SECTION

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Career Fair
Sponsored Walk & Colour Run (Family Fun Day)
Speech Night Prize Giving
SCHOOL DEVELOPMENTS
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Ground Breaking Ceremony
Access To Your Child’s Marks
COMMUNITY OUTREACH Swimming Pool Change Rooms and Pavilion
Installation of Diesel Power Generator

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FEATURED ALUMNI

CONTENTS 1
HEADMASTER’S SPEECH
I warmly welcome you all to our annual Prize Giving and Speech
Night. A special welcome to our guest of honour, Dr Mugaviri and Mrs
Mugaviri. It is an honour to have you with us on this special day.
I also want to acknowledge and salute, The Goldridge Schools Trust
member, Mr Wadi and Mrs Wadi, The Goldridge Schools Board of
Governors Chairperson, Mr Chadhliwa and Mrs Chadhliwa, The
Goldridge College Board of Governors Committee Chairperson, Mr
Potsekayi and Mrs Potsekayi, all members of the board of governors
present, His honour the Mayor of Kwekwe, Alderman Madzoke and
Mrs Madzoke, The District Education Director, Mr Mazambani,
Goldridge Primary School Headmistress, Mrs Bera, Goldridge College
School Development Committee Chairperson, Mr Manyame and
all the School Development Committee members present, Kwekwe
District Education Inspectors, All Invited Guests, Friends of Goldridge
and students.
I also appreciate all my fellow colleagues, heads of schools from
Kwekwe District present and all Goldridge Schools staff members.
Prize Giving, ladies and gentlemen, is an important occasion, when
we recall, and celebrate the many achievements of our pupils. It is
also time to wish our class of 2017, which leaves Goldridge College
in November this year, every success and everlasting happiness.
Sadly, the event is taking place when we are mourning the death of
our Design and Technology teacher, Mr Mbwetu. He was an illustrious
servant of the college who will be greatly missed. May his soul rest in
eternal peace. We pray for his family and trust that God will be with
them.
ince our previous prize giving ceremony in 2016, there have been
so many accomplishments, and if I were to talk about each one of
them, we would spend the whole night here, hence my choice of a
few outstanding ones I apologise in advance if anyone present here,
would feel that I omitted something of importance, that deserved to be
mentioned. Let me now highlight a few achievements:
Beginning with academics, in the Cambridge IGCSE results for
2016, that we received in January, our best student was Tinotenda
Mashanda who scored 9 As (4 of them being A*) and 1 B, she was
closely followed by Noel Makoni, who gained 9As (4 of them being A*)
and 1 C. A special mention to the following:
Rumbidzai Mudoti 9 As (3 being A*) and 1 B
Tafadzwa Machiri 8 As (2 being A*) and 2 Bs, and Shingai Manyemwe
8 As (1 being A*) 1B and 1C.
It is impressing to note that one in every 5 candidates managed to
score 5 or more As. The following subjects achieved quality results:
Design and Technology: 11 out of 26 students, scored A or A* grades.
Business Studies: 16 out of 29 students scored A or A* grades.
Chemistry: 17 out of 30 students scored A or A* grades.
Our A level students, have a growing high reputation for high
academic achievement, and excellence, hence it is not surprising that
we achieved, a 100% pass rate. Our best students were two girls,
who both got 19 points and these are:
Our former headgirl, Stephanie Elliot who had an A in Mathematics,
A* in Biology; A in Chemistry and B in Physics, and Hillary
Headmaster: Mr Mashanda
Makurumidze who scored an A in Mathematics, A* in Chemistry, A in
Physics and a B in Computer Science.
Special mention to the following:
Rafiq Usupu, who attained 15 points as he scored all As in
Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
Moreblessing Mahaso who scored 18 points. She had an A* in
Divinity; A in Geography; B in Literature and B in History.
54.5% of our A level students scored 10 or more points.
We attended the Kwekwe District Prize Giving ceremony held at
Manunure High School were schools, teachers and pupils were
honoured for their outstanding results. Our school emerged the best
school at Advanced level for the 2016 results. Moreblessing Mahaso
was awarded for being the best Arts student, and Shannel Katerere
for being the best Commercials student in Kwekwe District. Seven
IGCSE students, and twelve A level students got prizes for their good
results. Fourteen teachers also got prizes for the best results in their
respective subjects.
At the Midlands Provincial Prize Giving Ceremony, held in Gweru,
our college was ranked first at A level in the category of 20 to 50
candidates. Two teachers, and eleven students also got prizes for
their very good results.
Given what I have read to you, I am justifiably proud of our academic
achievements for 2016.
While the learning of academics is important, and some schools
and parents in this era, have narrowed education to academics only,
Goldridge College realizes the need to develop the whole child. Sean
Slade defines the whole child approach as follows and I quote:
“It is an approach that does not see youth as empty vessels to be
filled with narrowly defined content knowledge, but as individuals who
each has great potential to grow and develop socially, emotionally,
physically, mentally and civically as well as cognitively.” Close quote
This implies that personal aspects of students that impact on their
success in school and life must be given consideration. Our school
through sports, trips, clubs, culture and other extra curricula activities
tries to ensure that each child is healthy, confident, safe, engaged,

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supported and challenged as these are major aspects of a whole
child. We foster this through collaboration between parents, teachers,
students and the community at large. We are happy that some of our
students achieved excellent results in sports and culture.
Blessing Muningwi, came first in Zimbabwe, in the Daughters
Destined for Purpose. 2016 Poetry Competitions.
In soccer, Marcus Chitura, and Tadiwa Murombe were selected into
the National ATS Schools Team.
In Hockey, Blessed Maredza was selected into the National Hockey
under 16 team.
In Basketball, Rudo Marufu was selected into the under 16 girls
National Basketball Team, while Farai Masumbuko, was selected into
the National ATS under 20 girls team. In the boys Basketball section,
Tinashe Marozhe and Kumbirai Nazare were selected into the Under
16 ATS Basketball National team, while Hudson Gondomukandapi
and Terrell Demorgan were selected into the National Under 20 team.
In the Girls College Literary Competitions, Mandikudza Dangwa,
Vimbainashe Chimhande and Mazviita Pasi were awarded honours
grades for their outstanding prose entries. The highlight of the awards
was when Mazviita Pasi, got a trophy for being the best writer for all
Forms One to Three in the literary competitions.
Our senior debate team, took part in the Hellenic Academy
International Debate Competitions, and came 6th out of the 26 teams
that took part.
In the Microsoft National Championships held at Arundel School,
Lizwe Wadi came first in Zimbabwe in the Microsoft PowerPoint,
and Rahul Nagar came first in the Microsoft office Word. The two
national champions, then went to represent Zimbabwe at the World
Championships held in California, in the USA in August.
In the 2017 Old Mutual Mathematics Olympiad Competitions,
Panashe Muzuva and Panashe Makuhunga, made it as part of the
Top 10 Mathematicians in Zimbabwean Schools this year. They
attended a prize giving ceremony held at the Meikles Hotel in October.
Panashe Makuhunga came third, and Panashe Muzuva came second
in Zimbabwe.
Last but not least, I want to recognize Audrey Gatawa, who was voted
the most valuable female delegate, attending the African Leadership
Academy Model Africa Union global conference, in 2018. She will
receive an award at the speech and prize giving ceremony, that will
be graced by President Jacob Zuma as the guest of honour in South
Africa. If she performs well at the conference, she will be put on a
preference list of students receiving scholarships, from the University
of Cape Town. According to the email I received from the chairperson,
Audrey’s essay entitled “Why Africa will continue to sink” left the
committee members astonished by the thought provoking matters
she proposed.
We are proud of our students’. It is paramount to remember that
a culture of success is anchored on discipline. We therefore need
discipline to be the watchword of our college in order for excellence in
education to become a reality.
I now want to thank a number of people.
Firstly, I would like to express my appreciation to Mr Chadhliwa,
Mr Potsekayi and all members of the board of governors for their
exceptional tireless support throughout the year.
Ladies and gentlemen, our staff and not our buildings are our greatest
educational assets. My sincere gratitude to all teaching, office,
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catering, grounds and all hostel staff for their unwavering support and
outstanding efforts throughout the year.
We note with great pride and appreciation, the work done by the
School Development Committee and all parents. We are enjoying
the magnificent addition, and enhancement of our facilities, through
the recently constructed change rooms and pavilion. The SDC and
all parents, have demonstrated commitment and excellence in their
work, and this has given the college a unique identity. Thank you for
the amazing work.
I sincerely thank the following companies for donating towards our
Prize Giving and Speech Night:
• First Mutual Life who are the main sponsors for the cocktail
party for the invited guests, their sponsorship is to the tune of
$1000.
• Minerva who donated $250.
• Nicoz Diamond Insurance who donated $200 plus 4 textbooks.
• Purpose Vunani who donated $300.
• Mr and Mrs Matthews who donated a trophy for the best senior
girl swimmer.
• WFDR Risk Services who donated $200.
• Baroda trading and Gramsol Books who donated textbooks for
the prize winners.
• SETA Foundation who donated a glass trophy plus $50.
• Mr and Mrs Chingombe who donated a trophy and prize money
of $50 for the best A level History student.
• Fairhill Farm who donated 5 kg of wings.
• Mr Takura who donated tables fot the cocktail party.
• OK Mart who donated 5 hampers for the best students, forms 1
to 4 and upper sixth.
• Anotipa enterprises trading as Van Sales who donated 2
hampers.
• Banc ABC Bank who donated 2 tablets.
• Capitol Insurance who donated $50.
I wish to record my appreciation to the head-girl, the Head-boy,
their deputies and all student leaders for their service to the college.
As you leave the college nest into the world, we urge you to take
responsibility and show leadership at all times. We hope that, you
will realize your dreams. We wish you a rich and rewarding life full
of success. I also hope that you remain optimist, as it is said that an
optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty.
I also thank all the pupils who have behaved well and made a
difference to the life at the college.
To all our exam writing candidates, we assure you of our good will and
prayers, as you sit for your exams. We also wish you great success
and trust you will once again do us proud when results are published
in january.
To all prize winners, well done, we are delighted by your achievements.
I believe there are many pupils sitting down there, who are not
receiving prizes today, who deserve to be applauded.
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Finally, yet importantly, thank you to my wife and children for the
support at all times.
It is now my pleasure to introduce to you our guest of honour. Our
guest of honour is Dr Charles Mugaviri. Dr Mugaviri was born to
inspire, and empower people in the world to become legacy building
leaders, through knowing, pursuing and fulfilling their God given
purpose. He has a big vision to inspire, and empower teenagers to
become leaders, who are game changers for their generation. To that
end he pioneered and leads the LASOF Leadership Institute, which
has trained over 10 000 leaders over the past 15 years.
He is the African President, for the Canadian based companies
namely, the Certified Coaches Federation, and the Mergers and
Acquisition Group. He is a highly gifted and impactful professional
speaker, who has spoken at various church, business, educational
and community platforms in the world.
Dr Mugaviri is a gifted writer, who has published several books that
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include his bestselling book entitled “Know Your Purpose: Wisdom For
Knowing Why You Were Born.” And a set of 18 books on purposeful
Career Planning.
He was one of the pioneer leaders, and first National Coordinator for
the Methodist Church in Zimbabwe, Youth and Children’s ministry. He
is also a former Chaplain, Dean of Students and a Lecturer at the
University of Zimbabwe.
Dr Mugaviri holds the following qualifications: BA (Honours) from
the University of Zimbabwe, Bachelor of Philosophy in Education
and Youth work, Master of Philosophy and a PHD in Theology from
Birmingham University in the UK
He is married to Shingi and they have three children.
Dr Mugaviri is certainly an inspiration to all our students. May I invite
Dr Mugaviri, to address us . May God bless the college and all of you
who are present. Thank you for listening.
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16TH PRIZE GIVING AND SPEECH NIGHT FOR GOLDRIDGE COLLEGE
Mr Potsekayi
1. Salutation
I would like to start by recognising the following protocols-
• Our Honourable Guest of Honour – Mr Jonah Mungoshi
• The Mayor of the City of Kwekwe, Alderman Matenda Madzoke soon. Believe me, Great Architectural design has been put to
and Mai Madzoke
• City of Kwekwe Councillors present
• Officials from the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education
• Other Government Ministries representatives present
• The Goldridge Schools Board of Governors and Trustees
• Distinguished Parents
• The Goldridge Schools Head & Staff
• Invited Guests
• Ladies and Gentlemen
• Boys and girls
• All protocols observed
Good evening to you all!!!
2. Introductory Remarks
On behalf of Goldridge Schools Board of Governors and Trustees, it is
my great honour to welcome you all to such an important event on the
Goldridge calendar. The Prize Giving and Speech Night is indeed an
occasion, where the School reflects, takes stock of and celebrates the
achievements made during the course of the year in the academic,
sporting, infrastructural and social fronts.
As a school, we pride in our numerous achievements as guided
by our Goldridge Schools Education policy, that emphasises on
fostering a balanced and broader perspective learning curriculum and
environment, that focus on life long learning.
Goldridge Schools Curriculum encompasses:
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• A strong grounding in all academic subjects
• A strong grounding in sporting
• A strong grounding in other curricular activities
• Wide exposure in ICT advancement & applied field trips learning
• Inculcation of a moral code of ethics and behaviour in our students
3. Highlights of Major Milestones Achieved
Ladies and gentlemen, Goldridge College has every right to celebrate
its success under the current mean and tight economic environment.
Winston Churchill once remarked that, ‘A pessimist sees the difficulty
in every opportunity but an optimist sees the opportunity in every
difficulty’.
• The current turbulent economic environment has presented some
window of opportunities for Goldridge College, as we witnessed
an increase in enrolment, as some Kwekwe & Redcliff Community
parents brought back their children from the Diaspora (i.e. beyond
Kwekwe & Redcliff boarders). We wish to thank them for realising
that home is best.
• The school has also been able to soldier on with its projects
from the cumulative savings made i.e. power up-grade project,
completion of the swimming pool change rooms and now the
construction of the state of art School Hall that will commence
paper. The Board appreciates the active participation and support
by all parents, staff and the SDC in particular.
Let’s give a round of applause to such teamwork.
• The school successfully applied for and was granted the
Cambridge Exam Centre status. Another round of applause to the
Head and his staff.
• The School also continues to produce commendable results in
both academic and sporting arenas. Such achievements have
been recognised at both District and Provincial levels of the parent
Ministry, as shall be detailed by the Headmaster.
• The timely cost saving interventions taken at the beginning of the
year have made it possible for the school to keep afloat and has
brought about flexibility to undertake initially suspended projects.
A round of applause to the Board for taking such a decisive
stance.
• Going forward, our Vision as a Board is to develop Goldridge
College to the ‘A’ League standards of the Association of Trust
Schools (ATS), in the academic, sporting, ICT advancement and
infrastructural development. Slow but sure, Rome was not built in
a day.
4. Challenges to the School
Every mile of life has its own challenges. However, the strength is in
seeing and exploiting the opportunities which come with challenges.
Ladies and gentlemen, the fluid economic environment has created a
lot of uncertainties, which need unstructured but compatible decisions
to be made.
• Although the introduction of bond notes is certainly with good
intentions of stabilizing the economy, it undoubtedly provokes
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drawing of parallels to previous nasty experiences. We need
the fox mind, to closely monitor the impact of this new economic
intervention.
• In the name of our Mighty Lord, we are confident that if we survived
the unparalleled 2007/8 hyper-inflationary experience, we should
be able to raft and navigate the current economic challenges with
success.
• Although School fees payment has been commendable so far, we
wish to urge all parents to continue engaging the Administration
on your payment plans, for us to achieve a win-win situation all the
time.
5. Address to Parents, Staff and Students
5.1 To all parents, I wish to congratulate you for choosing Goldridge
College as your second home for your children. A wise decision
indeed. We continue to urge all parents to participate in all school
activities. This provides opportunities for us to learn with our
children. Henry Ford in his wisdom once remarked that, ‘Anyone
who stops learning is old, irrespective of age, but anyone who
keeps learning stays young.’ So, lets stay young people!!!
5.2 To our teachers, your role as role models for the students can not
be over-emphasised. Even Henry Adams, a Journalist, Historian
and Novelist was impressed by your role in shaping the world,
when he said, ‘A Teacher affects eternity, s/he can never tell
where his/her influence stops.’ We urge you to continue raising
the Goldridge College brand through producing smart students
that can fit into the dictates and demands of current high paced
economic environment.
5.3 To all our other staff, your complementary roles to our core
business is commendable. We value your input.
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5.4 To the students, you are our main business / purpose in this
institution.
• Edward Arlington Robinson once said, ‘Life is a game that
must be played with focus, competence, imagination,
excellence, passion and to win’. I would like to urge you
therefore, to ride on the wave of success achieved by
Goldridge College over years, and take the School brand
to even greater heights through constructive application of
the acquired knowledge and skills. Be our Ambassadors
where ever you will be in life.
• Also remember, ‘Education is the most powerful tool that
can be used to change the World order’, as remarked by
Nelson Mandela. So today start to change the world around
you in your own way.
• Finally, to all students, I wish you to remember Winston
Churchill’s words of wisdom, that ‘Success is not final and
failure is not fatal. It is the courage to continue without loss of
enthusiasm that counts.
• To those receiving awards tonight, I say, well done! You
worked hard and deserve the accolades.
• And to those who missed the opportunity today, take courage
to continue without loss of enthusiasm. Tomorrow will be your
turn.
6. Conclusion
Finally, I would like to congratulate all parents, for choosing Goldridge
College brand.
Makorokoto! Amhlope! To you all.
I thank you all.
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Headmaster: Mr Mashanda
Back Row (left to right): Leocadia R. Mupeti, Fidelis Motsi, Brian Daka, Kenneth Ota, Brighton Moyo,
Cletos Zvidzai, Simbarashe, P. Muradzikwa, Sophia Senderai
Middle Row (left to right): Farres Ntini, Melinda Msutu, Evans Madhuyu, Chris Mukapa, Anderson
Zvorufura, Fungayi Manyawo, Bright Chapungu, Irvine Sakarombe, Lynette Mashanda, Chipo Chiunda
Seated (left to right): Memory Nyamajiwa, Beata S. Maripakwenda, Annastazia Mutamiri, Lovemore
Mashanda (Headmaster), Eunice Chiyanika (Deputy Headmistress), Jason Chatsiwa, Getrude Midzi,
Saviour Makurumidze

NEW MEMBERS OF STAFF

We welcome the following new
members of staff:
Mr Sakarombe (History), Mr
Mukapa (Mathematics). Mr Motsi
(Sports Coach) and Sister Jim
(Health and Hostel Supervisor).
We extend our warmest welcome
and wish them a happy and
successful stay.

Mr Sakarombe Mr Mukapa Mr Motsi Sister Jim

(History) (Mathematics) (Sports Coach) (Health and Hostel
Supervisor)

BEREAVEMENT
It is with deep regret that I have to let you know that our
Design and Technology teacher, Mr Mbwetu, passed
on, on Tuesday, 17 October 2017. He had been unwell
since August. Mr Mbwetu was an illustrious servant of the
College and a vital senior member of our teaching staff.
He will be sorely missed by all of us. Mr Mbwetu was be
buried at his rural home in Chivi on Friday, 20 October
2017.

Mr Mbwetu

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ADMIN STAFF

Standing (left to right): Euphracia Sikula (Secretary), Booker Makoni (Assistant Bursar), Julia
Mapondera (Secretary)
Seated (left to right): Mary Anderson (Bursar), Takunda Hove (IT Administrator), Lovemore Mashanda
(Headmaster), Maurrine Marufu (Accountant), Norah Mpala (Librarian)

KITCHEN STAFF

Back Row (left to right): Betty David, Killian Mauni, Revai Sibanda
Middle Row (left to right): Rutendo Ndinde, Owen Gava, Fordson Musimurimwa, Thulani Ndabambi,
Stanley Chizema, Tariro Chihomura
Seated (left to right): Upenyu Gonese, Hilda Ncube, Odette Zidenga, Richard Nyabanga, David Ncube

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 GENERAL STAFF

Standing (left to right): Chengetai Katambarari, James Chibibi, Langton Pesanai, Nobhizi Ndlovu,
Fortunate Sibanda
Seated (left to right): Mary Wadi, Maria Dhliwayo, Rejoice Jim (SRN/Matron), Noster Mageza,
Munasireni Saeni

DRIVERS

From left to right: Blazio Ndere, Jeffrey Ndlovu

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GROUND STAFF

Standing (left to right): Elijah Mazvimbakupa, Godfrey Mutoredzanwa, Aaron Chinde,Thompson

Mangwengwe , Peter Zeka, Precious Tavenhave
Seated (left to right): Samson Phiri, Saviour Tangonerwa, Gaylord Chiwada, Lucia Lunga, Chipo
Mudakuvaka

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UBUNTU
HUMANITY TOWARDS OTHERS
While the world we are living in is under constant changes, there are
human values that must be uplifted and maintained. It is the role of
adults to impart these values to all children. While we try our level best
in the school to impart the important values, our efforts will not bear
any fruits without parental support. It requires the whole community to
bring up a well-mannered child. Let’s remember that our duty is to be
responsible, forward thinking and teach our children the right things
as we prepare them for the future. Do not be afraid to say “no”, at
times, for the good of your child.
Let us always remind our children to be polite by always saying
“Please,” “Thank you”, Excuse me” as these words are the foundation
of etiquette and good social skills. We also need to reinforce the same
message and values at school and at home.
While we always insist that our children must greet parents
appropriately, we also get reports of some who do not do so. We
should all take students to task when they do not do as expected.

BOARDING LIFE GUIDE

LABELLING OF CLOTHING ITEMS MEDICAL FUND
- All uniforms and any other clothing items should be clearly - Parents should bring in valid medical aid cards plus $50 for
labelled for easy identification during laundering and for medication purposes.
redistribution purposes. - The fund may need topping up frequently if used up.
- Pupils can only get back their items of clothing from the laundry if - Surrender all medication, medical aid cards and $50 to the
they are clearly labelled. matron when signing–in your child.

CELL PHONES AND GADGETS POCKET MONEY
- Forms 1, 2 and 3 are not allowed to bring cell-phones or laptops All pocket money should be surrendered to the matron when pupils
or any other gadgets to the hostel. are signed in. Any loss of money kept in the hostel will not be
- The school will not be responsible for any loss of gadgets even replaced by the school.
for the form 4s, L6 and U6. Pupils bring gadgets at their own risk.
VANDALISM OF SCHOOL PROPERTY
UNIFORMS Children will be held responsible for any cases of vandalism of
- There is need to attend to items of the uniform during the school school property. There is need for us to continue teaching our
holiday. Some items of clothing might need replacement before children to value school property.
next term or year.
- Some blazers turn purple due to overuse, please replace these. LOST AND FOUND ITEMS
- Four sets of uniforms should be brought to school to allow easy Please check for any lost and found items when you come to the
laundering. hostel.

HAIRSTYLES BOARDERS’ OUTING

- Boys are not allowed to have fancy hair-cuts. Haircuts should be Towards the end of each term, a group of pupils go for their annual
neat and simple. Boarders’ Outing. The trips are educational and entertaining.
- Girls to use braids of the colour of their hair. Braids should be
simple and manageable.
- Senior boys are advised to bring shaving machines to use
whenever there is need.

BEDDING
- We are encoure all parents to buy navy blue bed covers for
uniformity in our hostels.

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Goldridge House
HEAD BOY & HEAD GIRL

Shailan Patel Kimberly Mukumbi

VICE HEAD BOY & VICE HEAD GIRL

Timothy Zvorufura Shannon Hall

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Back Row (left to right): Zaynah Ramjee, Kristian Manuel, Divinepanacea Saungweme, Brison Rupere, Rufaro Nyamupanedengu, Roy
Madembo, Tariro Wachenuka, Mukhtaar Ramjee, Mazvita Pasi
Second Row (left to right): Eustina Chiumburu, Tinotendaishe Matanga, Nyaradzo Gumbo, Ronald Kahoka, Mukudzeishe Mahovo, Melody
Chigama, Tanatswa Mukuyu, Sheanesu Chitokwindo, Ratidzoyashe Makono, Tadiwanashe Kandira
Seated on chairs (left to right): Lakeisha Muzhara, Brendon Tazvinga, Adroit MAkwenda, Victor Gore, Ms L. Mupeti,
Seated on floor (left to right): Rishay Bhana, Biziwick Jordel, Sifikhile Moyo

ONE GOLD

Back Row (left to right): Tinevimbo Chizema, Thebogo Mtombeni, Elwin Shoko, Tendai Maruma,Tawanda Mugwira , Tendayi Kunaka, Ryan
Muza, Sean Paul Lunga, Gareth Chitate
Middle Row Standing (left to right): Angela Mulangizo, Faith Gatawa, Chantelle Chirisa, Lynet Machakwa, Mirriam Moyo, Tanisha Chakawuya,
Ruvimbo Nhekairo, Claviou Muchengi, Tanaka Mahohoma, Malcom Lunda
Seated on chairs (left to right): Tinevimbonashe Hamandishe, Tanatswa Mutandwa, Tatenda Jinjika, Mr F. Manyawo, Chiedza Manyemwe,
Nolwazi Dube, Ashley Mutero, Richard Shamba
Seated on floor (left to right): Fidel Motsi, Tafadzwa Chidemo, Geregory Sithole, Kudakwashe Sibanda, Godfrey Manyava, Tanaka Zvareva

CLASS PHOTOS 13
TWO DIAMONDS

Back Row (left to right): Gilbert Badwell, Felix Musiki, Godknows Marawanyika, Cklinton Madende, Takudzwa Tawodzerwa, Donnell Mthethwa,
Brad Bvirakare, Endrew Marata, Tadiwanashe Zengeni
Middle Row Standing (left to right): Francis Limbikani, Sharon Hove, Alicia Phillips, Worsley Nasadi, Deolyn Mushore, Simbarashe Chiunda,
Britney Bangidza, Ngonidzashe Bure, Tanatswa Tsatsa, Ashley Nyagumbo
Seated on chairs (left to right): Constance Mangwanya, Kayla Kadenhe, Fortunate Bhidhi, Tafara Mahovo, Mr C. Mukapa, Rumbidzai
Mashoko, Charntel Charumbira, Tarisai Chipwanyira, Enni Phiri,
Seated on floor (left to right): Nakita Nerutanga, Blessing Shumba, Charman Charumbira

TWO GOLD

Back Row (left to right): Anita Mafasitera, Rochell Chitambira, Tinomuda Chitoro, Kelsey Tombs, Mukudzeishe Chapeta, Anesu
Chipamaunga, Joshua Morris, Jayden Chigorondondo, Tinashe Mazibiye
Middle Row Standing (left to right): Ruvimbo Austin, Kelvin Wirirai, Tadiwanashe Mutsayi, Simeon Tivavenge, Sabihah Esat, Blessing
Mugabe, Lisa Mutambanembwa, Umar Mankrod, Tadiwa Banda, Conley Charuma
Seated on chairs (left to right): Isheanesu Potsekayi, Daphne Matiza, Mercy Mukudzavhu, Seth Tombs, Mrs S. Makurumidze, Tasleen Paji,
Tanyaradzwa Mutara, Halle Furusa, Tamara Matiya
Seated on floor (left to right): Tadiwanashe Makuwaza, Gift Manyawo, Tafadzwa Kanengoni, Sedrin Musvipa

14 CLASS PHOTOS
 THREE DIAMONDS

Back Row (left to right): Karen Karenyi, Takudzwa Makunde, Tanatswa Mapholisa-Moyo, Tinotenda Rungano, Rahul Nagar, Adrial Mapondoro,
Munashe Fundira, Natasha Simbi, Rutendo Makoni
Middle Row Standing (left to right): Mandikudza Dangwa, Tanyaradzwa Chabata, Ashley Marata, Prince Chabata, Lawrence Marufu, Edward
Makoni, Mubeen Kurawley, Tadiwa Sithole, Natasha Nyoni, Vimbainashe Sengweni
Seated (left to right): Shalon Chatsiwa, Rudo Marufu, Doreen Zvorufura, Nyashadzashe Shava, Mrs M. Nyamajiwa, Nomcebo Ncube, Zakiya
Miya, Memory Kwaniya, Primrose Matariro
Kneeling (left to right): Vimbainashe Chimhande, Shandirai Wachenuka, Tiffanee Joseph, Hannah Chidzambga, Gillian Muza

THREE GOLD

Back Row (left to right): Tyrone Sayi, Daniel Muningwi, Kumbirai Nazare, Xolani Khaka, Akshay Harry, Kudakwashe Maposa, Nyasha
Marimira, Kimisha Mtage, Munashe Dube
Middle Row (left to right): Tanyaradzwa Sibanda, Tanatswa Dzindikwa, Nyasha Hove, Amanda Ndlovu, Tafadzwa Chirenje, Kundai
Makuzha, Matthew Burden, Diana Gatawa, Tonderai Mapwashike, Caroline Bhidhi, Tadiwanashe Hamandishe
Seated (left to right): Trish Chakandinakira, Kimberly Mukumbi, Carol Mutero, Divine Makura, Mr A. Zvorufura, Audrey Mhlanga, Nokwanda
Mpofu, Kudzai Makuzha, Nomazulu Gumbo

CLASS PHOTOS 15
FOUR DIAMONDS

Back Row (left to right): Praise Dube, Ellen Mushore, Tinashe Dube, Takunda Gumbie, Calvin Matonsi, Bongani Siziba, Farai Zvizhinj, Eutone
Rwafa, Tatenda Kusemamuriwo
Middle Row (left to right): Karen Maposa, Rufaro Makoni, Tapiwanashe Hwata, Tanaka Magaisa, Takudzwa Chingono, Takundanashe
Mahovo, Zephnath Chakauya, Tatenda Chirimubwe, Kundai Gumbo
Seated (left to right): Daphine Matiza, Patience Mutongi, Melusi Gumbo, Joey Gumbanjera, Mrs B. Maripakwenda, Thandikile Nkomazana,
Mitchell Chigama, Tyla Tombs , Tiffany Shumbanhete

FOUR GOLD

Back row (left to right): Tafadzwa Saungweme, Tinotenda Chitengwa, Keith Ntini, FArai Knight, Tichinashe-Tate Makurumidze, Kupakwashe
Muchohonyi, Brandon Banda, Zandile Ncube
Middle Row (left to right): Blessed Maredza, Tinashe Marozhe. Farai Masumbuko, Noxolo Khaka, Artwell Machinga, Charmaine Mandizvidza,
Thamsanqa Sigodo, Tinashe Austin, Tatenda Chachoka, Rukudzo Chingozho, Mufaro Mukundu, Chido Mudondiro
Seated (left to right): Chikomborero Manyame, Rukudzo Mapara, Allan Makwenda, Neel Harry, Mrs C. Chiunda, Blessing Muningwi, Marcus
Chitura, Caroline Sibindi, Kimberely Kaserera.

16 CLASS PHOTOS
 LOWER SIXTH ARTS

Standing (left to right): Rodney Hungwe, Natalee Kadenhe, Kundai Senderayi, Audrey Gatawa, Sameer Ramjee, Zaakir Ramjee, Julius
Dzingayi, Tinotenda Chivhere, Rumbidzai Patsanza, Tadiwa Chibwe
Seated (left to right): Tinevimbo Gambiza, Victoria Mundopa, Taguma Hove, Blessing Kahoka, Mrs L. Mashanda, Nyashadzashe Tinago,
Tatenda Tavambiza, Ropafadzo Ngwerume, Miranda Mubaiwa,

LOWER SIXTH COMMERCIALS

Standing (left to right): Prince Mukonori, Terrell demorgan, Gabriel Mugabe, Brain Tazvinga, Advice Viriri, Declan Murungweni, Tererai
Mabiza, Tadiwa Pedzisai
Seated (left to right): Hossana Banda, Tinotenda Wingwiri, Tinotendaishe Mungwari, Mrs F. Ntini, Lucritche Masirivha, Max Kufa, Kudzai
Zengeni

CLASS PHOTOS 17
LOWER SIXTH SCIENCE

Back Row (left to right): Sharon Gaga, Lizwe Wadi, Shingai Manyemwe, Craig Peri, Tanatswa Gwaze, Vusisizwe Ncube, Faeez Miya
Middle Row (left to right): Tafadzwa Machiri, Narvanah Nzira, Tendai Farikai, Panashe Moyo, Tanaka Chibwe, Wedzerai Tigere, Joshua
Chikomo, Tatenda Duve, Panashe Nyamaka, Ruth Matthews, Tinotenda Mashanda
Seated (left to right): Tatenda Madziva, Faith Hungwe, Noel Makoni, Mr B. Daka, Shungu Makoni, Tasneem Ramjee, Terry Mukahiwa

UPPER SIXTH ARTS

Back Row (left to right): Ianda Moyo, Anesuishe Chitera

Middle Row (left to right): Tendai Munodawafa, Ruvimbo Chibi, Arnold Musonza, Shalom Chatsiwa, Andrianne Rabvukwa, Pamela Mhovha
Seated (left to right): Thandiwe Sibanda, Sam Phiri, Mr J. Chatsiwa, Shannon Hall, Dairai Maripakwenda

18 CLASS PHOTOS
 UPPER SIXTH COMMERCIALS

Back Row (left to right): Tinotenda Mapendere, Tadiwa Murombe, Takudzwa Chapungu, Mufaro Hungwe, Shailan Patel
Seated (left to right): Rutendo Chibi, Prosper Moyo, Mr J. Chatsiwa, Nicole Mukombachoto, Tanaka Chimedza

UPPER SIXTH SCIENCE

Back Row (left to right): Marlon Gundugwa, McElyween Madziwa, Panashe Makuhunga, Lazarus Marize, Nosipho Mpofu, Tapiwanashe
Matanga, Panashe Muzuva, Tanaka W. Chigwada, Faraimunashe Mandizvidza
Middle Row (left to right): Munesu Mawisire, Tanaka Mutsayi, Anesu Mukura, Simon Phiri, Matthew Tombs, Kimberly Mukumbi, Vincent
Rwatirera, Arnold Bunya, Timothy Zvorufura, Vimbainashe Mubitha, Abigirl Shamba
Seated (left to right): Tanyaradzwa Takura, Tendai Mtombeni, Thandiwe Mthena, Lyton Shumba, Mr B. Chapungu, Lorraine Govera, Nyasha
Lunda, Rutendo Ndemera, Takudzwa Mabhena

CLASS PHOTOS 19
GOLDRIDGEANS

From left to right: Nyasha Lunda, Tendai Munodawafa, Matthew Tombs, Rutendo Ndemera, Shailan Patel, Tendai Mtombeni, Lorraine Govera

20 CLASS PHOTOS
 CAMBRIDGE EXAMINATION RESULTS 2016
We happily received our results for 2016 Cambridge Examinations. • Zakiya Miya
While the IGCSE results were below par according to our normal • Rahul Nagar
standards, the Form Two Checkpoint and Advanced level results • Vimbainashe Chimhande
were impressive. • Tanatswa Mapholisa-Moyo and
• Mandikudza Dangwa
Form Two Checkpoint
More than 90% of our students passed the Mathematics, English
and Science Cambridge Checkpoint Examinations. The following
students had excellent scores:

IGCSE / ‘O’ LEVEL ADVANCED LEVEL

The percentage pass rate was 70.8%. The following students did very We achieved a 100% pass rate. All our students passed. 54.5% of
well (20%); them scored ten (10) or more
• Tinotenda Mashanda 9As (4 being A*) 1B (Outstanding points. We highly commend the very good results and thank the
Achievement!) Almighty God for the
• Noel Makoni 9As (4 being A*) 1C (Outstanding Achievement!) achievement.
• Rumbidzai Mudoti 9As (3 being A*) 1B (Outstanding Achievement!) The following students did very well (27%):
• Tafadzwa Machiri 8As (2 being A*) 2Bs • Hillary Makurumidze 19 Points - Maths A, Chemistry A*,
• Shingai Manyemwe 8As (1 being A*) 1B and 1C Physics A, Computer Science B (Outstanding achievement)
• Kudakwashe Zazu 7As (2 being A*) 2Bs and 1C • Stephanie Elliott 19 Points – Mathematics A, Physics B,
• Panashe Moyo 6A (2 being A*) 2Bs, 1C and 1D Chemistry A, Biology A* (Outstanding Achievement)
• Tanatswa Gwaze 6As and 4Bs • Rafiq Usupu 15 Points – Mathematics A, Chemistry A, Physics A
• Ruth Matthews 6As, 3Bs and 1C • Shannel Katerere 14 Points – Accounting A, Business A,
• Terrell Demorgan 6As, 3Bs and 1C Geography B
• Victoria Mundopa 5As and 4Bs • Moreblessing Mahaso 18 Points - Divinity A*, Geography A,
• Shungu Makoni 5As, 2Bs and 3Cs Literature B, History B
• Nyasha Mafumo 13 Points - Biology A, Chemistry B,
Mathematics B
• Panashe Nyamaka 13 Points – Biology A*, Chemistry A,
Mathematics C
• Shaun Nhliziyo 13 Points – Accounting B, Business A,
Geography B
• Chishamiso Chiridza 13 Points – Accounting B, Business B,
Geography A*
• Mufaro Olisi 13 Points – Business B, History B, Literature A
• Natasha Mukucha 13 Points – Biology A, Chemistry B,
Mathematics B
Noel Makoni Rumbidzai Mudoti Tinotenda Mashanda • Cheryl Matura 16 Points – Business A, Geography B, History B,
Literature C
Well done to all students, staff and parents for working hard together
as a team.

Stephanie Elliot Hillary Makurumidze

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STUDENT AWARDS
These were awarded at the annual PRIZE GIVING & SPEECH NIGHT MATHEMATICS KELSEY TOMBS
which was held on the 18th of October 2017. The awards given are as ENGLISH JOSHUA MORRIS
follows; PHYSICS JOSHUA MORRIS
HISTORY JOSHUA MORRIS
ACADEMIC AWARDS CHEMISTRY JOSHUA MORRIS
CERTIFICATE OF MERIT - FOR CONSISTENT EFFORT SHONA TARISAI CHIPWANYIRA
Given to all those pupils who worked hard consistently and got at least FOOD AND NUTRITION ANITA MAFASITERA AND
4 certificates of merit. SABIHAH ESAT
FORM ONE BIOLOGY SABIHAH ESAT
Claviour Muchengi ICDL TAFADZWA KANENGONI
FASHION & TEXTILES TADIWANASHE MAKUWAZA
CERTIFICATE OF MERIT - FOR ACHIEVEMENT
These are pupils who have no subject prize FORM THREE - CERTIFICATE OF MERIT
but scored 5As or more in all assessments done this year. FOR BEING BEST IN THE
FORM ONE SUBJECT
Mutsawashe Chamunorwa LITERATURE IN ENGLISH TANATSWA MAPHOLISA-MOYO
Devinepanacea Saungweme CHEMISTRY TANATSWA MAPHOLISA-MOYO
Lakeishar Muzhara GEOGRAPHY TANATSWA MAPHOLISA-MOYO
COMMERCE HANNAH CHIDZAMBGA,
FORM ONE - CERTIFICATE OF MERIT KIMISHA MTAGE
FOR BEING BEST IN THE SUBJECT FOOD AND NUTRITION KIMISHA MTAGE
SHONA TADIWANASHE KANDIRA HISTORY GILLIAN MUZA
GEOGRAPHY VICTOR GORE BUSINESS STUDIES PRINCE CHABATA
DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY TINASHE ZHEKE INFORMATION COMMUNICATION
ACCOUNTING MAKOMBORERO TECHNOLOGY VIMBAINASHE CHIMHANDE
GWANZURA ENGLISH VIMBAINASHE CHIMHANDE
HISTORY WADZANAI FRED ACCOUNTING VIMBAINASHE CHIMHANDE
ENGLISH MAZVIITA PASI SHONA VIMBAINASHE CHIMHANDE
ICDL MAZVIITA PASI BIOLOGY VIMBAINASHE CHIMHANDE
FOOD AND NUTRITION NOKUTENDA GUMBIE PHYSICAL SCIENCE SHANDIRAI WACHENUKA
BUSINESS STUDIES NOKUTENDA GUMBIE FASHION & TEXTILES TAFADZWA CHIRENJE
MATHEMATICS NOKUTENDA GUMBIE DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY NAZARE KUMBIRAI
SCIENCE NOKUTENDA GUMBIE MATHEMATICS MANDIKUDZA DANGWA AND
FASHION & TEXTILES MIRRIAM MOYO RAHUL NAGAR
PHYSICS RAHUL NAGAR
FORM TWO- CERTIFICATE OF MERIT
FOR BEING BEST IN THE SUBJECT LOWER SIX - CERTIFICATE OF MERIT
BUSINESS STUDIES DAPHINE MATIZA, FOR BEING BEST IN THE SUBJECT + BOOK
TADIWA BANDA, THINKING SKILLS TATENDA DUVE,
MUKUDZEISHE CHAPETA, JOSHUA CHIKOMO,
KELSEY TOMBS LIZWE WADI
GEOGRAPHY KELSEY TOMBS PHYSICS LIZWE WADI,
DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY KELSEY TOMBS CRAIG PERI
ACCOUNTING KELSEY TOMBS MATHEMATICS CRAIG PERI

22 ACADEMIC RESULTS
CHEMISTRY TAFADZWA MACHIRI FORM ONE NOKUTENDA GUMBIE
ACCOUNTING TERRELL DEMORGAN FORM TWO KELSEY TOMBS
BUSINESS STUDIES TERRELL DEMORGAN FORM THREE VIMBAINASHE CHIMHANDE
BIOLOGY TERRY MUKAYIWA FORM FOUR BLESSING MUNINGWI
DIVINITY TINEVIMBO GAMBIZA,
VICTORIA MUNDOPA BASE IDCL GRADUATES WOODEN SHIELDS
LITERATURE IN ENGLISH VICTORIA MUNDOPA SABIHAH ESAT
HISTORY VICTORIA MUNDOPA GIFT MANYAWO
GEOGRAPHY SAMEER RAMJEE
GENERAL PAPER TINOTENDA CHIVHERE ICDL GRADUATES
LORRAINE GOVERA NYASHA LUNDA
FORM FOUR - BOOK PRIZES MUNESU MAWISIRE TANATSWA GWAZE
FOR BEING BEST IN THE SUBJECT SHINGAI MANYEMWE VIMBAINASHE CHIMHANDE
INFORMATION COMMUNICATION MANDIKUDZA DANGWA HANNAH CHIDZAMBGA
TECHNOLOGY KIMBERLEY KASERERA RAHUL NAGAR VIMBAINASHE
MATHEMATICS NEEL HARRY MUBITHA
PHYSICS NEEL HARRY
ACCOUNTING NEEL HARRY APPRECIATION FOR SERVICES RENDERED TO THE COLLEGE
COMMERCE TAFADZWA SAUNGWEME IN 2017 (GLASS SHIELDS)
CHEMISTRY TAFADZWA SAUNGWEME DEPUTY HEADGIRL SHANNON HALL
HISTORY TAFADZWA SAUNGWEME DEPUTY HEADBOY TIMOTHY ZVORUFURA
DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY TAFADZWA SAUNGWEME, HEADGIRL KIMBELRY MUKUMBI
BLESSING MUNINGWI HEADBOY SHAILAN PATEL
BIOLOGY BLESSING MUNINGWI
LITERATURE IN ENGLISH BLESSING MUNINGWI
ENGLISH LANGUAGE

BLESSING MUNINGWI,
ZANDILE NCUBE,
SPORTS AWARDS


NEEL HARRY,
TICHINASHE MAKURUMIDZE
AND CERTIFICATE
GEOGRAPHY RUKUDZO MAPARA
FIGURINES AND MHANGARA PHOTOS CAP
FOOD AND NUTRITION RUKUDZO MAPARA
BEST JUNIOR GIRL ATHLETE RUDO MARUFU
BUSINESS STUDIES TATENDA CHACHOKA
FASHION & TEXTILES PRAISE DUBE BEST JUNIOR BOY ATHELETE RONALD KAHOKA
SHONA CHIDO MUDONDIRO BEST SENIOR BOY ATHLETE BLESSING KAHOKA
PHYSICAL SCIENCE TINOTENDA CHITENGWA, BEST SENIOR GIRL ATHLETE TATENDA MADZIVA
SIMBARASHE MARASHE MOST VALUABLE PLAYER (Basketball Boys)
PRINCE MARIZE
UPPER SIXTH - CERTIFICATE OF MERIT MOST VALUABLE PLAYER (Basketball Girls)
FOR ACHIEVEMENT + BOOK - LORRAINE GOVERA
Scored 13 points in every assessment. BEST NETBALLER SHALOM CHATSIWA
BEST CRICKET BOWLER BRANDON BANDA
UPPER SIXTH BEST GIRL TENNIS PLAYER KUNDAYI SENDERAYI
Panashe Muzuva Anesu Mukura BEST BOY TENNIS PLAYER LYTON SHUMBA
Tanaka Chigwada BEST JUNIOR GIRL SWIMMER KELSEY TOMBS
BEST JUNIOR BOY SWIMMER SETH TOMBS
UPPER SIXTH (BOOK AND WOODEN SHIELD) BEST MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRL SWIMMER
PHYSICS PANASHE MAKUHUNGA AND TIFFANEE JOSEPH
McELYWEEN MADZIWA BEST MIDDLE SCHOOL BOY SWIMMER
MATHEMATICS McELYWEEN MADZIWA MUBEEN KURAWLEY
CHEMISTRY ARNOLD BUNYA BEST SENIOR SCHOOL GIRL SWIMMER
BIOLOGY KIMBERLY MUKUMBI SHANNON HALL
BUSINESS STUDIES PROSPER MOYO BEST SENIOR SCHOOL BOY SWIMMER
LITERATURE IN ENGLISH NADIA RAHMAN
MATTHEW TOMBS
GEOGRAPHY NADIA RAHMAN,

DONELL SHINDI
THE NIGEL MASIYE SHIELD +MINIATURE TROPHY- FOR THE
HISTORY THANDIWE SIBANDA
DIVINITY RUVIMBO CHIBI SOCCER STAR OF THE YEAR: TADIWA MUROMBE
ACCOUNTING RUTENDO CHIBI
THE DANAI TOBAYIWA TROPHY + MINUATURE TROPHY- FOR
CLASS AWARDS: FOR BEING OVERALL BEST STUDENT THE BEST RUGBY PLAYER: PANASHE MUZUVA
(CERTIFICATE, BOOK, GLASS SHIELD AND OKMART HAMPER
AND MHANGARA PHOTOS CAP) THE SEKERERE TROPHY FOR THE MOST VALUABLE JUNIOR

ACADEMIC RESULTS 23
BOY HOCKEY PLAYER PLAYING IN THE FIRST TEAM: THE MHANGARA PHOTOS SHIELD + $5 : FOR THE MOST
TADIWA BANDA DISCIPLINED BOY STUDENT: THAMSANQA SIGODO

THE D. RAMJEE TROPHY FOR THE MOST VALUABLE SENIOR THE SETA GLASS TROPHY and $50 - FOR THE BEST SETA
BOY HOCKEY PLAYER: SHAILAN PATEL STUDENT: THANDIWE MTSHENA
THE 2015 4 DIAMONDS CLASS SHIELD FOR THE BEST
THE TANAKA CHIBANDA TROPHY + MINATURE TROPHY- FOR BEHAVED FEMALE STUDENT: TINOTENDA MASHANDA
THE BEST BOY HOCKEY PLAYER - THE BEST GIRL HOCKEY
PLAYER GETS TWO TROPHIES AND MINIATURE TROPHY: THE ‘A’ LEVEL CLASS OF 2009 SHIELD FOR THE STUDENT
THE STANBIC BANK TROPHY AND THE 2013 INTERACT CLUB LEADER OF THE YEAR: SHANNON HALL
TROPHY: BLESSED MAREDZA
THE IGCSE LEVEL CLASS OF 2009 SHIELD FOR THE MOST
THE THRU-BRIDGE TROPHY: BEST OVERALL CRICKET COURTEOUS STUDENT: TANATSWA MAPHOLISA-
PLAYER: BRANDON BANDA MOYO

THE RAHMAN FIGURINE + MINIATURE TROPHY: FOR THE THE MHANGARA PHOTOS SHIELD + $5 : FOR THE MOST
BEST CRICKET BATSMAN: SHAILAN PATEL DISCIPLINED GIRL STUDENT: VIMBAINASHE
CHIMHANDE
THE THRU-BRIDGE TROPHY: FOR AN ALL ROUNDER -
SHANNON HALL THE DR P. MAPANDA & DR P.T.T MAPANDA SHIELD FOR A
GIRL CHILD WHO IS WELL MANNERED, RESPECTFULL AND
THE T. PASI GOLF DEVELOPMENT AWARD FOR THE MOST KIND TO EVERYONE: DAIRAI MARIPAKWENDA
IMPROVED GOLFER: MATTHEW TOMBS GOLDRIDGE COLLEGE TROPHY FOR THE BEST ACADEMIC
HOUSE: MUPANI HOUSE
THE MATTHEWS TROPHY - FOR THE BEST GIRL SWIMMER:
KELSEY TOMBS DUX TROPHIES
DUX GIRL: SHANNON HALL
THE 2013 INTERACT CLUB TROPHY - FOR THE BEST DUX BOY : ARNOLD MUSONZA
OVERALL SWIMMER: GOLDRIDGE COLLEGE TROPHY: FOR
SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR + MINIATURE TROPHY: B) TROPHIES FOR ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE & CERTIFICATE
SHANNON HALL
THE RENAISSANCE MERCHANT BANK TROPHY+ MINIATURE THE KHAN FAMILY TROPHY - FOR THE BEST FORM TWO
TROPHY - FOR THE SPORTMAN OF THE YEAR: STUDENT: KELSEY TOMBS
TADIWA MUROMBE
THE GOGO MUKEWA SHONA TROPHY: FOR THE BEST
A) TROPHIES FOR SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENTS & OVERALL LEVEL SHONA STUDENT: CHIDO MUDONDIRO
CERTIFICATE
THE KHAN FAMILY TROPHY - FOR THE BEST PHYSICAL
THE GOLDRIDGE COLLEGE TROPHY - FOR THE MOST SCIENCE STUDENT: TINOTENDA CHITENGWA,
SUPPORTIVE STUDENT FOR SCHOOL FUNDRAISING SIMBARASHE MARASHE
ACTIVITIES: MATTHEW BURDEN
THE DRS.P AND P.T.T MAPANDA EDUCATION IS POWER
THE MOST RELIABLE STUDENT- RECEIVES A WRIST WATCH - FLOATING TROPHY: FOR THE BEST IGCSE LEVEL
TANATSWA MAPHOLISA- FEMALE, SCIENCE STUDENT -
MOYO THE MILD ENGINEERING TROPHY - FOR THE BEST IGCSE
LEVEL BIOLOGY STUDENT: BLESSING MUNINGWI
THE GOLDRIDGE COLLEGE TROPHY FOR DEPORTMENT -
NICOLE MUKOMBACHOTO THE STANBIC BANK TROPHY - FOR THE BEST FORM FOUR
SCIENCE STUDENT -
THE GOLDRIDGE COLLEGE TROPHY FOR THE ESPIRIT DE THE MIYA TROPHY: FOR THE BEST CURRENT ‘ O’ LEVEL
CORPS: SHANNON HALL FASHION AND TEXTILES STUDENT: PRAISE DUBE

THE IMBREX INVESTMENT TROPHY FOR BEST STUDENT IN THE KUDZAI BANDAMA TROPHY : FOR THE BEST ‘A’ LEVEL
ORAL ENGLISH: TINOTENDA MASHANDA 2016 COMMECIALS STUDENT: SHANNEL KATERERE

THE MARCIO MARTINS SHIELD-FOR THE UNSUNG HERO: THE CAPITOL INSURANCE TROPHY + $50 - FOR THE BEST
ARNOLD BUNYA CURRENT ‘A’ LEVEL OVERALL ARTS STUDENT:
NADIA RAHMAN

24 ACADEMIC RESULTS
THE BENJAMIN CHINGOMBE TROPHY + $50 - FOR THE BEST THE BEST ‘A’ LEVEL STUDENT IN CAMBRIDGE EXAMINATIONS
CURRENT ‘A’ LEVEL HISTORY STUDENT: FOR 2016 GETS THE FOLLOWING:
THANDIWE SIBANDA 1. TROPHY: HILLARY MAKURUMIDZE
2. GLASS SHIELD STEPHANIE ELLIOTT
THE GRAMSOL BOOKS SHIELD : FOR THE MOST 3. NICOZDIAMOND INSURANCE COMPANY PRIZE MONEY OF
OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE 2017 STUDENT: $100 EACH
PANASHE MAKUHUNGA 4. 2 BANC ABC TABLETS
WFDR RISK MANAGERS INSURANCE COMPANY PRIZE MONEY
THE RENAISSANCE MERCHANT BANK TROPHY - FOR OF $50 EACH: FOR THE OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN
THE BEST ‘A’ LEVEL SCIENCE STUDENT (INCLUDING THE OLD MUTUAL MATHEMATICS OLYMPIAD:
MATHEMATICS): PANASHE MAKUHUNGA PANASHE MUZUVA AND
THE M & M NDEBELE TROPHY - FOR THE BEST CURRENT ‘A’ PANASHE MAKUHUNGA
LEVEL PHYSICS STUDENT: McELYWEEN MADZIWA,
PANASHE MAKUHUNGA 2018 STUDENTS LEADERS
SENIOR PREFECTS
THE STANBIC BANK TROPHY - FOR THE BEST INFORMATION GIRLS BOYS
TECHNOLOGY STUDENT: KIMBERLEY KASERERA SHUNGU MAKONI MAX KUFA
FAITH HUNGWE TANATSWA GWAZE
THE BEST CURRENT ‘A’ LEVEL STUDENT GETS TWO TASNEEN RAMJEE SHINGAI MANYEMWE
TROPHIES: KUNDAI SENDERAI PANASHE MOYO
1. THE OLD MUTUAL INSURANCE TROPHY TINOTENDA MASHANDA BLESSING KAHOKA
2. THE STANBIC BANK TROPHY - FOR THE BEST ‘A’ LEVEL NYASHA TINAGO SAMEER RAMJEE
STUDENT AND PANASHE MAKUHUNGA NARVANAH NZIRA TINOTENDA CHIVHERE
3. GLASS SHIELD ASHLEY MANGOMBE TERERAI MABHIZA
4. OKMART HAMPER TATENDA DUVE FAEEZ MIYA
5. MHANGARA PHOTOS CAP DEPUTY HEADGIRL RUTH MATTHEWS
DEPUTY HEADBOY TERRELL DEMORGAN
THE BEST IGCSE STUDENT FOR 2016 GETS THE FOLLOWING: HEADGIRL AUDREY GATAWA
1. THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS TROPHY HEADBOY NOEL MAKONI
2. GLASS SHEILD AND
3. SURREY MEATS TROPHY
TINOTENDA MASHANDA (4A*, 5As and 1B)
4. THE ANOTIPA ENTERPRISE TRADING AS VAN SALES
COMPANY HAMPER

ACADEMIC RESULTS 25
MICROSOFT OFFICE
SPECIALIST NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2017
Lizwe Wadi came first in
Microsoft Office PowerPoint
2013 and Rahul Nagar
came first in Microsoft
Office Word 2016 at the
National Championships
held at Arundel School. The
two national champions
represented Zimbabwe at
the World Championships
in California USA in August
2017. Rahul Nagar Lizwe Wadi

NATIONAL ATS SENIOR BASKETBALL

In the ATS Schools National
Basketball selection held in
Harare the following players were
selected into the ATS Schools
Team; Hudson Gondomukandapi,
Prince Marize and Terrell
Demorgan.
Rudo Marufu was selected into
the Under National Basketball Hudson Terrell
Team. Gondomukandapi Demorgan

INTERSCHOOL DEBATE
The College Senior Debate Team, came fifth out of twenty schools in
the ATS Schools Interschools Debate competitions held at Hellenic
Academy in Harare. Our team comprised Kimberly Mukumbi, Nadia
Rahman, Rutendo Ndemera, Audrey Gatawa, Arnold Musonza and
Panashe Makuhunga.

CHISZ SOCCER TOURNAMENT

Marcus Chitura and Tadiwa
Murombe made us proud at
the CHISZ Soccer Tournament
held at Falcon College when
they were selected into the ATS
Schools soccer team.

Marcus Tadiwa
Chitura Murombe

26 NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
 OLD MUTUAL MATHEMATICS OLYMPIAD
We received very exciting news on the 2017 Old
Mutual Mathematics Olympiad that was held in the
second term. Two of our students are among the Top
10 performers in Zimbabwe this year. The students
are Panashe Muzuva and Panashe Makuhunga.
Congratulations! Makorokoto ! Amhlope!
“Like armoured Knights we will shine for Goldridge our
school”, our school song says.
The students, their parents, Mathematics teacher, the
Panashe Panashe Head and HOD for the Mathematics Department will
attended the awards ceremony on Friday, 6 October
Makuhunga Muzuva
2017.

ROTARY CLUB INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMME

Craig Musvipa German Experience times when you ask yourself if you’ve made a mistake, or you’ll feel
“Leave one life behind to make another, only to leave the new behind homesick and frustrated possibly because you feel like you aren’t
forever”, which is harder? What some may not understand is that your making any progress with the language. You need to be strong
exchange year is not a trip or a vacation it’s a second life. New families, hearted and determined if you’re going to persevere. It’s not for the
friends, schools, food, and at times even languages! However, most light hearted. Quitting half way through your exchange and flying back
importantly it’s a learning phase. If you really want to learn a thing home will only lead to regret and the thought “what if” in your head.
or two about yourself then force yourself out of your comfort zone. Making friends may be easy or could turn out to be tricky for some or
Being a rotary exchange student in Germany was a life changing perhaps you’ll hate the weather. Regardless of all this never quit as
experience that unlocked a lot of doors for me. Saying that learning you’ll pass up a once in a life time opportunity to grow in a unique way
how to read, write, understand and speak German was one of the from others.
toughest things that I’ve had to do in my life is nothing short of an In conclusion, no words can describe my experience but I did my
understatement. Luckily, rotary supported me throughout my entire best and hopefully have gotten through to you. This was undoubtedly
exchange and provided me with a three month language course. This the best year of my life and I’ve learned that life is not meant to be
gave me the foundation that I needed to continue studying on my lived in one place and adventures are the best way to learn. Life is a
own. fabulous journey full of discoveries and wonders or as the Germans
Making friends as one can imagine was an ordeal when there was would say it, Das Leben ist eine fabelhafte Reise voller Entdeckungen
a language barrier. The Germans opted not to potentially embarrass und Wunder.
themselves by trying to speak English to what they considered
a “native speaker” so they wouldn’t try and make conversation.
However, once you’ve gotten past the barrier they make some of the
most loyal friends any person could ask for. Living with three German
families who supported me whilst I was learning the language was a
key factor to my success.
The food being as amazing as it was forced me to get a hobby because
I was at risk of gaining weight. Being in Germany, soccer seemed to
be the natural choice. I played for a small club called FC Schneifel
where I widened my social circle even more! Through my club I was
able to watch my first ever live soccer game which was Germany
against France. Actually experiencing the atmosphere generated in a
football stadium, the chanting, cheering and goals was bewildering. I
was in a world that I had only seen on television as I watched soccer
stars such as Antoine Griezmann, Antony Martial, wonder kid Kylian
Mbappe Toni Kroos and Leroy Sane.
My exchange was not restricted to me alone as I was in a district
with thirty one other exchange students from the furthest corners
of the world. I’ve come to know these people not as friends, but as
family. Shared experiences such as our euro tour were really handy
for bonding. From Germany to France, Belgium, Prague, Czech
Republic and even Netherlands. Definitely worth stepping out of my
comfort zone for.
Nothing in life is perfect, not even an exchange year. They’ll be

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CAREER FAIR
The Career Fair was held on
Friday, 31 March 2017. It was
really a resounding success as
we had a very good turnout from
professionals from various fields.
We thank them for their patience
as they addressed our pupils.
Thank you to all the parents who
managed to attend the Career
Fair together with their children.

28 KEY EVENTS OF THE YEAR

SPONSORED WALK & COLOUR RUN (FAMILY FUN DAY)
The School Development
Committee is organized the
above activities, to fundraise for
the completion of the Swimming
Pool Change Rooms and
Pavilion. The activities were held
on Saturday, 5 August 2017.
The whole College Community
extends its gratitude to our
supporting parents who managed
to invite friends and relatives
to attend the Sponsored Walk,
Colour Run and Fun Day.
The attendance was greatly
appreciated. The colour run
which is a unique paint race
that celebrates healthiness,
happiness and individuality was
even more fun for all than before!
Some parents had a great time
playing in the multi-colour foam
with their children.

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SPEECH NIGHT AND PRIZE GIVING
Our Prize Giving and Speech
Night was held on Wednesday,
18 October 2017. What a
wonderful turnout of parents and
invited guests we had. Our guest
of honour was Doctor Mugaviri
who inspired all those who
were present as he touched on
Purpose and Career Planning.
His advice to all parents was
greatly appreciated.

30 KEY EVENTS OF THE YEAR

 COMMUNITY OUTREACH
We were touched by the
generosity of our Kids Next Door
Club which donated to the needy
children at Gaika Primary School.
They kindly donated stationery
and library books. We know that
behind these club members there
are the supportive parents –
Thank you and God bless.

We teach our children the need

to look after the underprivileged
in the community. We are happy
about the assistance offered by
the following groups:
• The Kids Next Door group
paid fees for five pupils at
Gaika Primary and St Martins
during the beginning of the
third term.
• The Form Three classes and
Library Club donated clothing
and food items to needy
children at Gaika Primary
School.
• The Scripture Union Club
donated clothing and food
items to Rutendo Old
People’s Home.

The money collected from

Civvies Days – last Friday of
each month will be used to assist
the Kwekwe General Hospital
Female Ward.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH 31
LOWER SIXTH OUTWARD
BOUND-TEAM BUILDING COURSE
Lower Sixth Students went
to Outward Bound Camp (in
Chimanimani) for a Team
Building Course from Friday, 7
to Wednesday, 12 April 2017.
The course teaches students
some life skills that enable
them to deal effectively with
the demands and challenges of
everyday life. They also learn
collaborative skills that help them
to develop trust for each other.
The environment at Outward
Bound also allows students to be
creative as they solve problems
together in an imaginative way.
This will broaden their thoughts
and enable them to cope well
with the educational demands at
Advanced Level.

32 TRAVEL AND EXCURSIONS

 FORM ONE - LASTING IMPRESSION

TRAVEL AND EXCURSIONS 33

34 PRIZE GIVINGHOUSE
GOLDRIDGE AND SPEECH NIGHT
Headmaster’s Speech
PRIZE GIVING 35
Kikjnfs
GREAT ZIMBABWE TOUR

36 TRAVEL AND EXCURSIONS

 SHONA TRIP TO CHIEF GAMBIZA

TRAVEL AND EXCURSIONS 37

UPPER SIXTH LEADERSHIP TRAINING

38 TRAVEL AND EXCURSIONS

 INTERHOUSE CROSSCOUNTRY
The Interhouse Cross-country
Competitions were held on
Wednesday, 1 February 2017.
We congratulate Mupani
House (Green) for winning the
competitions. We sincerely
thank all the parents who
managed to attend. It is our
hope that parents attend our
future events in large numbers.
We always greatly appreciate
presence of parents during
such events.

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INTERHOUSE ATHLETICS
The event was won by Mupani
House (green) whom we
congratulate for the good
performance. We sincerely
thank the large number of
parents who managed to
attend, for their moral support.
If the current support for
the children and the school
continues, then we would
indeed have one of the best
schools in the country. Let’s
continue to praise effort and
commitment much more than
results when supporting the
children.

40 SPORTING ACTIVITIES
FALCON COLLEGE INVITATIONAL ATHLETICS
Our boys athletics team came
fourth out of the eight schools
that took part in the Falcon
College Invitational Athletics
Competitions held on 1 April
2017. We commend the team
for the effort.
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BASKETBALL
The Girls Basketball Teams Basketball Senior
achieved the following results: Boys
Under 20 Standing (Left to
Goldridge 8 Girls College 44 Right): Nyashadzashe
Goldridge 12 Kyle 18 Shava, Nyasha
Goldridge 8 Masiyephambili 18 Marimira, Bongani
Siziba, Kumbirai Nazare,
Under 16 Tinashe Marozhe
Goldridge 5 Girls College 4 Seated (Left to
Goldridge 13 Masiyephambili 7 Right): Mr. F. Motsi,
Lazarus Marize, Allan
Under 15 Makwenda, Craig Peri,
Goldridge 0 Girls College 6 Mr. A. Zvorufura
Goldridge 8 Kyle 6

Under 14 Basketball Under 16

Goldridge 2 Girls College 2 Girls
Goldridge 21 Kyle 14 Back Row (left to
Goldridge 6 Masiyephambili 10 right): Audrey Mhlanga,
Hannah Chidzambga,
We are excited to inform you Memory Kwaniya, Karen
that at the Interprovincial Trials Karenyi, Nyasha Hove,
held at Dominican Convent Tanatswa Dzindikwa,
(Bulawayo), Farai Masumbuko Tiffanee Joseph
was selected into the ATS Seated (left to right):
Schools Girls Basketball Team. Mrs C. Chiunda,
Tanyaradzwa Chabata,
Rudo Marufu, Gillian
Muza, Ms M. Msutu

Basketball Under 14
Girls
Standing (Left to
Right): Tamara Matiya,
Rutendo Austin, Anita
Mafasitera, Rotchell
Chitambira, Charntel
Charumbira, Mercy
Mukudzavhu
Seated (Left to Right):
Mrs. C. Chiunda,
Charman Charumbira,
Lisa Mutambanembwa,
Tanyaradzwa Mutara,
Ms M. Msutu

42 SPORTING ACTIVITIES
 CRICKET
Cricket Senior Team
Back row (left to right):
Farai Knight, Lyton
Shumba, Neel Harry,
Panashe Muzuva,
Farai Zvizhinji, Takunda
Gumbie
Seated row (left to
right): Keith Ntini,
Shailan Patel, Mr.
F. Motsi, Tinotenda
Wingwiri, Artwell
Machinga

Cricket Under 14
Standing (left to right):
Gift Manyawo, Malcom
Lunda, Elwin Shoko,
Adriot Makwenda,
Rishay Bhana,
Seated (left to right):
Fidel Motsi, Mukhtaar
Ramjee, Mr. F. Motsi,
Thebogo Mtombeni,
Tanaka Zvareva

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GOLF
BORROWDALE BROOKE GOLF CLUB
Our Girls’ Golf team came
second at the Inter-School Golf
Tournament held at Kwekwe Golf
Club. Our girls came out with
the following positions out of 24
golfers:
• Miranda Mubaiwa came 4th
• Kimberly Mukumbi came 8th
• Nyasha Lunda came 8th
• Tendai Farikai came 9th
• Tatenda Madziva came 10th
• Natalie Kadenhe came 11th

BULAWAYO GOLF CLUB

44 SPORTING ACTIVITIES
 GIRLS HOCKEY
Hockey Senior Team
Back row (Left to Right): Chido
Mudondiro, Shungu Makoni, Tasneem
Ramjee, Tatenda Duve, Noxolo
Khaka
Second row (Left to Right):
Vimbainashe Sengweni,
Nyashadzashe Tinago, Kundayi
Senderayi, Rumbidzai Patsanza,
Narvanah Nzira, Kudzai Zengeni,
Mitchell Chigama
Seated (Left to Right): Blessed
Maredza, Thandiwe Sibanda, Mrs
M. Myamajiwa, Shannon Hall,
Mandikudza Dangwa
Under 16
Back row (Left to Right):
Diana Gatawa, Ashley Marata,
tadiwa Sithole, Rutendo Makoni,
Vimbainashe Sengweni
Seated (Left to Right): Shalon
Chatsiwa, Primrose Matariro, Ms L.
Mupeti, Nomcebo Ncube, Shandirai
Wachenuka

Under 14
Back row (Left to Right): Tanatswa
tsatsa, Alicia Phillips, Jayden
Chigorondondo, Zaynah Ramjee,
Isheanesu Potsekayi, Chiedza
Manyemwe
Seated (Left to Right): Kayla
Kadenhe, Tasleen Paji, Ms L. Mupeti,
SEdrin Musvipa, Kelsey Tombs

The Girls Hockey Team took part in the Gateway Hockey Festival The results for Girls Hockey fixtures are fulfilled as follows:
during the school holidays. The results are as follows: Under 15
Goldridge 2 Westridge 0 Goldridge 1 Hellenic B 4
Goldridge 2 Sodbury 0 Goldridge 0 Mabelreign 1
Goldridge 5 Hippo Valley 0 Goldridge 1 Hellenic B 1
Goldridge 1 Gateway 1 Goldridge 0 Chisipite C 2
Goldridge 0 Hillcrest 1 Goldridge 3 Harare Convent B 0

SPORTING ACTIVITIES 45
GIRLS HOCKEY
Under 16 Goldridge 1 Tynwald 0
Goldridge 1 Mabelreign 1 The team was placed 6th out of the 12 teams that took part in the
Goldridge 2 MCC 0 tournament.
Goldridge 2 Hellenic B 1
Goldridge 0 Mabelreign 1 The following students were selected into the respective Midlands
Goldridge 6 Chisipite C 0 Teams:
Goldridge 1 Harare Convent B 0 GIRLS HOCKEY
Under 18
First Team Thandiwe Sibanda
Goldridge 1 Thornhill 0 Shannon Hall
Goldridge 0 MCC 0 Kundai Senderayi
Goldridge 3 Chisipite C 0 Shungu Makoni
Goldridge 5 Gateway 0 Narvanah Nzira
Goldridge 5 Harare Convent B 0 Tanaka Mutsai

Silver Girls Hockey Tournament Under 16

Our Girls Hockey team took part in the Silver Girls Hockey Blessed Maredza
Tournament that took place at Arundel School from Friday, 4 to Vimbainashe Sengweni
Sunday, 6 August 2017. They attained the following results: Mandikudza Dangwa
Goldridge 0 MCC 1 Shingai Muchenje
Goldridge 1 Eaglesvale 0 Chenai Mtetwa
Goldridge 3 St Johns 0 Noxolo Khaka
Goldridge 0 Petra 2

46 SPORTING ACTIVITIES
 BOYS HOCKEY
Senior Team
Back row (Left to Right):
Tafi Zulu, Brandon Banda, Bongani
Siziba, Neel Harry, Joey Gumbanjera
Second row (Left to Right):
Tinotenda Chivhere, Farai Knight,
Vusisizwe Ncube
Second row (Left to Right):
Terry Mukahiwa, Shailan Patel, Mr F.
Motsi, Lyton Shumba, Faeez Miya

Junior Team
Back row (Left to Right):
Rishay Bhana, Ashley Nyagumbo,
Tinomuda Chitoro, Endrew Marata,
Tadiwa Banda, Mukhtaar Ramjee,
Tanatswa Mukuyu
Seated (Left to Right):
Fidel Motsi, Tonderai Mapwashike, Mr
J. Chatsiwa, Tawanda Mugwira, Gift
Manyawo

The Boys Hockey Team also took part

in the Gateway Hockey Festival and
fulfilled the following fixtures:
Goldridge 0 Eaglesvale 0
Goldridge 1 Hillcrest 1
Goldridge 0 Gateway 1
Goldridge 0 Watershed 1
Goldridge 2 Sodibury 0

Fixtures Results
First Team
Goldridge 1 MCC 3
Goldridge 1 Petra 3
Goldridge 0 Hippo Valley 6
Goldridge 0 CBC 2
Goldridge 2 Mufakose (Chiredzi) 3
Goldridge 4 Thornhil 0

Under 16
Goldridge 0 Thornhill 0
Goldridge 1 SEC 2

SPORTING ACTIVITIES 47
GIRLS NETBALL
Netball Senior Team
Back row (left to right):
Faith Hungwe, Pamela Mhovha, Ellen
Mushore, Nosipho Mpofu, Ropafadzo
Ngwerume
Seated (left to right):
Lucritceh Masirivha, Shalom
Chatsiwa, Mrs L. Mashanda, Tendai
Mtombeni, Tivevimbo Gambiza

Netball Under 16 Team

Back row (left to right):
Daphine Matiza, Mirriam Moyo,
Deolyn Mushore, Britney Bangidza,
Halle Furusa
Seated (left to right):
Mrs B. Maripakwenda, Tafadzwa
Kanengoni, Enni Phiri, Tadiwanashe
Makuwaza, Ms G. Midzi

Netball Under 14 Team

Back row (left to right):
Eustinah Chiumburu, Tanaka
Mahohoma, Nyaradzo Gumbo, Faith
Gatawa, Angela Mulangizo
Seated (left to right):
Nolwazi Dube, Wadzanai Fred, Mrs
A. Mutamiri, Tanisha Chakawuya,
Lakeisha Muzhara

The Netball Teams played some league games and achieved the Under 16 First Team
following results: Goldridge 13 Gateway 14
Goldridge 5 MCC 1
First Team Goldridge 6 MCC 5
Goldridge 4 Gateway 20
Goldridge 8 Petra 8 Under 14
Goldridge 10 MCC 18 Goldridge 5 MCC 10
Goldridge 3 MCC 5

48 SPORTING ACTIVITIES
 RUGBY
Rugby First Team
Back row (left to right):
Tadiwa Pedzisai, Prince Mukonori,
Faraimunashe Mandizvidza, Lyton Shumba,
Tapiwanashe Matanga, Vincent Rwatirera,
Tadiwa Murombe, Mufaro Hungwe, Wedzerai
Tigere
Second row (left to right): Max Kufa,
Tinotenda Chitengwa, Keith Ntini, Takunda
Gumbie, Farai Zvizhinji, Artwell Machinga,
Tapiwanashe Hwata, Tererai Mabiza
Seated (left to right): Tinotenda Wingwiri,
Blessed Kahoka, Arnold Musonza, Panashe
Muzuva, Mr A. Zvorufura, Timothy Zvorufura, Mr
F. Manyawo, Tanaka Chimedza, Panashe Moyo
Rugby Under 16
Back row (left to right):
Takudzwa Makunde, Tinotenda
Rungano, Clinton Madende,
Godknows Marawanyika,
Kudakwashe Maposa
Second row (left to right):
Nyashadzashe Shava, Tinomuda
Chitoro, Donnell Mthetwa, Xolani
Khaka, Daniel Muningwi, Munashe
Dube, Divine Makura
Seated (left to right): Artwell
Machinga, Mr A. Zvorufura, Mr F.
Manyawo, Takunda Gumbie

Rugby Under 15 Team

Back row (left to right):
Tinashe Mazibiye, Donnell Mthethwa,
Brison Rupere, Clinton Madende,
Tatenda Jinjika, Ryan Muza, Divine
Panacea Saungweme
Second row (left to right): Adroit
Makwenda, Kelvin Wirirai, Mr B.
Daka, Simbarashe Chiunda, Tendayi
Maruma

The Rugby Teams have achieved the following results: Goldridge 31 Herentials Select 0
Under 17 (Midlands Trials) Under 19 (Midlands Trials) Blessing Kahoka was the fifth top try scorer from the 32 schools
Goldridge 5 MCC 10 Goldridge 0 MCC 20 which were present

Rugby Africa Day Eaglesvale Sevens Tournament RUGBY

Under 19 Under 14 Under 15
Goldridge 26 Ellis Robins 14 Goldridge 20 Plumtree 5 Goldridge 14 Plumtree 5
Goldridge 26 Eaglesvale 0 Goldridge 19 Gateway 14 Goldridge 20 Gateway 14
Goldridge 14 Mount Pleasant 17 Goldridge 37 Petra 0 Goldridge 12 Petra 10

SPORTING ACTIVITIES 49
RUGBY
Under 16 First Team
Goldridge 20 Plumtree 5 Goldridge 5 Plumtree 48
Goldridge 46 Gateway 0 Goldridge 3 Gateway 58
Goldridge 12 Petra 10 Golddridge 24 Petra 30

Rugby Under 14
Back row (left to right): Ronald
Kahoka, Sheanesu Chitokwindo
Second row (left to right): Brendon
Tazvinga, Thebogo Mtombeni, Elwin
Shoko, Manuel Kristian, Victor Gore,
Malcom Lunda
Seated (left to right): Sifikhile Moyo,
Tendayi Kunaka, Mr K. Ota, Tanaka
Zvareva, Tinashe Zheke

50 SPORTING ACTIVITIES
 TENNIS
Tennis Senior Team
Back row (Left to Right): Faith Gatawa, Britney
BAngidza, Advice Viriri, Tinashe Austin, Tasleen
Paji
Middle row (Left to Right): Chiedza
Manyemwe, Lisa Mutambanembwa, Tanisha
Chakawuya, Rutendo Austin
Seated (Left to Right): Nyashadzashe Tinago,
Kundayi Senderayi, Mrs S. Makurumidze,
Blessed Maredza, Mandikudza Dangwa

Tennis Junior Team

Back row (left to right): Ashley Mtero,
Makomborero Gwanzura, Nokutenda Gumbie
Seated (left to right): Mazvita Pasi, Mrs C.
Chiunda, Tamara Matiya

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SOCCER
Senior Soccer Team
Back row (left to right): Declan Murungweni,
Advice Viriri, Craig Peri, Lyton Shumba, Tanaka
Chimedza,
Second row (left to right): Mufaro Mukundu,
Eutone Rwafa, Tanatswa MApholisa-Moyo,
Nyasha Marimira, Marcus Chitura, Tatenda
Chirimubwe
Seated (left to right): Takudzwa Mabhena,
Tadiwa Murombe, Mr C. Mukapa, Lazarus
Marize, Blessing Kahoka

In the ATS Soccer League our senior teams have fared well achieving
the following results

FIRST TEAM
Goldridge 2 Petra 0
Goldridge 0 Kyle 2
Goldridge 2 MCC 1
Goldridge 2 Falcon 3
Goldridge 2 Masiyephambili 0

CHISZ Soccer Tournament

Our senior team took part in the CHISZ Soccer Tournament and
posted the following results:
Goldridge 0 MCC 3
Goldridge 1 Lomagundi 0
Goldridge 2 Gateway 0
Goldridge 1 Petra 1
Our team then qualified for the quarter finals and the result was:
Goldridge 0 Peterhouse 1
The team then lost 1 – 0 to Hillcrest for the sixth position.
The overall position of our team was 7 out of 15 schools as they won
6 – 5 on penalties against Kyle College for 7th / 8th place.

52 SPORTING ACTIVITIES
 SWIMMING

INTERHOUSE SWIMMING GALA

We held our Interhouse Swimming Gala on Wednesday, 11 October
2017. Musasa House (yellow) emerged victors. We sincerely thank
all parents who came to support the children. However, we were
disappointed by the very low attendance by parents as compared to
that of the previous year. If we want Goldridge College to be one of
the best schools in Zimbabwe, we need to attend all events and give
full support to the children.

SPORTING ACTIVITIES 53
ICT & MEDIA UB
ICT & Media Seniors
Back row (Left to Right): Kimberly Mukumbi,
McElween Madziwa, Tadiwa Murombe, Panashe
Makuhunga, Panashe Muzuva, Tanaka
Chigwada, Faraimunashe Mandizvidza
Middle row (Left to Right): Arnold Bunya,
Shannon Hall, Nicole Mukombachoto, Pamela
Mhovha, Max Kufa, Vimbainashe Mubitha,
Rutendo Chibi
Seated (Left to Right): Rutendo Ndemera,
Tanyaradzwa Takura, Arnold Musonza, Mrs
M. Nyamajiwa, Timothy Zvorufura, Lorraine
Govera, Ruvimbo Chibi

Web designing
We took some time in this term to teach the students one of the
upcoming required skill which is web designing. We taught they the
importance of this skill and how the use the web designing application
of which they were so quick to grasp. We also took that time to teach
them to advantages of the internet as well as its disadvantages
and how to use it to their advantage. We then taught them the
programming language html which is used in making web pages and
blogs. We gave tasks to make a web page and where amazed by
their design and creativity

Recap of the Microsoft office challenge

During our first club session we took time to hear how our team who
had managed to make it to the finals in this challenge. They told us
of the fierce competition they faced at the finals. We then agreed to
increase the number of people participating in next year’s competitions

Photography
The club was responsible for taking photographs in the events that
took place last year with the help of Mr. Hove and Tinotenda Chivhere.
Some club members assisted in taking pictures during the inter-house
swimming gala and also the inter-house drama competitions.

ICT & Media

Back row (Left to Right): Tadiwa Murombe,
Faraimunashe Mandizvidza, Lazarus Marize,
Rahul Nagar, Umar Mankrod
Middle row (Left to Right): Gift Manyawo,
Prince Chabata, Tadiwanashe Zengeni, Clinton
Madende, Anesu Chipamaunga, Tinomuda
Chitoro, Endrew Marata, Gilbert Badwell, Conley
Charuma, Mandikudza Dangwa
Front row (Left to Right): Mrs C. Chiunda,
Rutendo Chibi, Vimbainashe Sengweni,
Ruvimbo Chibi, Mrs M. Nyamajiwa

54 CLUBS
 ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE CLUB
The year 2017 was quite a success for the Environment and Wildlife
Club. The Club had an average of 23 students for the whole year.
Members of the Club strongly believe that they are custodians of the
environment. The year was packed with a number of activities for the
Club. Basically, the Club was commemorating all the Environmental
Days through poems and analysing the significance of the
Environmental Days. The Club was also progressing on its long-term
objective to produce an Environmental and Wildlife magazine. Our
club is strongly motivated by their motto which states that, “Look after
the environment so that it can also look after you, hence GO GREEN”
The Club’s activities were mainly centred on World Wetlands Day
commemorated on 2 February every year. Students were engaged in
reciting poems, describing the significance of wetlands in Zimbabwe.
Students were also engaged in debates arguing whether people
should cultivate on wetlands in Zimbabwe.
The Club also commemorated the Africa Environmental Day and the
Wildlife Day celebrated on the 3 March. Students were also able to
describe the significance of these two days. Students also debated
on the issue of banning the sale of ivory as proposed by the CITIES.
The World Water Day celebrated on the 22 March and the World
Meteorological Day were also commemorated. Students were
identifying uses of water and its scarcity on a global scale. Students
were also discussing the accessibility of Meteorological Information
in all corners of Zimbabwe. They also discussed the significance of
Climate Indigenous Knowledge systems.
Students were discussed the of the earth commemorating the World
Earth Day normally celebrated on the 22 April each year. Members
of the Club were discussing the value of the earth to human beings
and animals. They also discussed how human beings are damaging
the earth in their quest for survival. The second week of May was
earmarked for Fire Week. The teacher discussed the fire drills with
the members of the club.
On 22 May, it’s the International Day for the Biological Diversity.
Students discussed the conservation methods available to achieve
sustainable development in the country. During the second term,
students discussed the importance of the World Environment Day set
Environment and Wildlife Club
Back row (Left to Right): Miranda Mubaiwa,
Lawrence Marufu, Natalee Kadenhe, Neel Harry,
Akshay Harry, Karen Maposa
Middle row (Left to Right): Kudzai Makuzha,
Shungu Makoni, Tanatswa Dzindikwa, Tatenda
Tavambiza, Kimisha Mtage, Rodney Hungwe,
Kudzai Zengeni, Audrey Mhlanga, Nomazulu
Gumbo
Front row (Left to Right): Gillian Muza, Rutendo
Makoni, Shailan Patel, Mr J. Chatsiwa, Mr I.
Sakarombe, Matthew Tombs,
aside on the 5 June every year. On 17 June it’s a day set aside for
World Desertification Day. Members of the club were able to identify
areas in Zimbabwe which are susceptible to desertification and
suggest ways to combat it.
The 16 September is a day marked for the International Day for the
Preservation of the Ozone layer. The Club managed to produce a
document on activities and greenhouse gases damaging the ozone
layer. The document was quite helpful for it is quite relevant for our O
and A level Cambridge Syllabus.
Students also spearheaded the “Clean up Zimbabwe” at Goldridge by
picking up litter in the school environment. Members of the club also
put awareness posters on school bins and notice boards to make
sure that everyone keeps the environment clean. The students also
cleaned vehicles in the car park as an attempt to raise some funds but
it was not successful because people had no money to pay.
Members of the club also discussed the Tree Planting Day and agreed
that each member should go and plant a tree on the first Saturday of
December.
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LIBRARY CLUB
Back Row (Left to Right): Kimberley Kaserera,
Zandile Ncube, Prince Mukonori, Declan Murungweni,
Advice Viriri, Craig Peri, Vusisizwe Ncube, Takudzwa
Tawodzerwa, Mubeen Kurawley, Nomcebo Ncube
Middle Row Standing (Left to Right): Tyla Tombs,
Tasneem Ramjee, Tatenda Duve, Tendai Farikai,
Wadzanai Fred, Kelsey Tombs, Tadiwa Sithole, Ashley
Marata, Shannon Hall, Memory Kwaniya, Alicia Phillips
Seated on chairs (Left to Right): Mr K. Ota, Lucritche
Masirivha, Sam Phiri, Tanatswa Tsatsa, Taguma
Hove, Narvanah Nzira, Primrose Matariro, Ropafadzo
Ngwerume, Seth Tombs, Ms N. Mpala
Seated on floor (Left to right): Nakita Nerutanga, Tanaka
Zvareva

During the year 2017, the Goldridge College Library Club, led by its
president Shannon Hall, accomplished the various goals it had set out
to achieve with the guidance of the librarian Mrs Mpala and Mr Ota.
To begin, the library club had 26 members who all paid subscriptions
with which we used to achieve most of our projects with the help of the
school as well. During the second term of the year, our club managed
to buy stationary, as well as other donations from willing librarians
comprising of clothes and food items which we donated to Gaika
Primary School.
Throughout, the year our club has also bought new novels which we
hope students will enjoy reading after they are added to the library.
Furthermore, the library club also managed to help cover new school
textbooks.
At the end of the school year the library club appointed Ruth Matthews
as its new library club president and Julius Dzingayi as her vice
president, who will lead in the upcoming year of 2018.
Lastly but not least, we as the Goldridge College librarians of 2017
would want to thank the college for its support throughout the school
year as well as our Lord and saviour Jesus Christ. Thank you.

SCRIPTURE UNION
Scripture Union
Back row (Left to Right): Eutone Rwafa,
Simbarashe Marashe, Tinotenda Chitengwa
Middle row (Left to Right): Divine Makura, Terry
Mukahiwa, Carol Mutero, Hannah Chidzambga,
Melusi Gumbo, Tanyaradzwa Sibanda, Diana
Gatawa
Seated (Left to Right): Mrs F. Ntini, Dairai
Maripakwenda, Tapiwanashe Matanga, Shalom
Chatsiwa, Mr B. Daka

Scripture union (S.U) is an international, inter-denominational, • Bible games

evangelical, charity Christian movement. We meet every Thursday • Testimony sharing
from 3pm to 4pm in room 10 where we are chaperoned by Mrs Ntini • Bible study and sharing
and Mr Daka. Our motto is derived from psalms 119vs105 ‘’Thy word Achievements and plans
is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.’’ • To reach out to the community, we donated groceries and clothes
Our vision is to create people who are vibrant, and have a personal to the Rutendo Old people’s home in November 2017 as shown
relationship with God. in the pictures.
We strive to achieve this through the following: • We also plan on holding scripture union and Easter concerts so
• Praise and worship as to be more evangelical.
• Prayer times • The group is well co-ordinated, has a lot of fun and is well
• Bible quiz disciplined.

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 ART
Back row (Left to Right): Kumbirai Nazare,
Kudakwashe Maposa, Bongani Siziba, Rufaro
Nyamupanedengu, Nyasha Marimira
Middle row (Left to Right): Zakiya Miya,
Tanyaradzwa Chabata, Brison Rupere, Malon
Gundugwa, Karen Maposa, Victoria Mundopa,
Tafadzwa Chidemo
Front row (Left to Right): Tinotenda Mapendere,
Tendai Munodawafa, Mrs L. Mashanda, Pamela
Mhovha, Richard Shamba

CHESS
Back Row (Left to right): Blessing Kahoka, Roy
Madembo, Mukudzeishe Chapeta, Craig Peri,
Zaakir Ramjee, Godknows Marawanyika, Joshua
Morris
Middle Row Standing (Left to right): Amanda
Ndlovu, Kundai Gumbo, Ryan Muza, Donnell
Mthethwa, Tinashe Mazibiye, Simeon Tivavenge,
Mitchell Chigama, Thebogo Mtombeni
Seated on chairs (left to right): Thandekhile
Nkomazana, Trish Chakandinakira, Mr Zvidzai, Ms
G. Midzi, Mr Mukapa, Fortunate Bhidhi, Gergory
Sithole
Seated on floor (left to right): Kudakwashe
Sibanda, Ronald Kahoka

CHOIR
Back row (Left to Right): Chido Mudondiro, Tinashe
Austin, Tinotenda Chitengwa, Takundanashe Mahovo,
Keith Ntini, Tichinashe Makurumidze, Clinton Madende,
Zephnath Chakauya, Thamsanqa Sigodo, Zandile Ncube,
Charmaine Mandizvidza
Middle row (Left to Right): Tanyaradzwa Chabata,
Natasha Nyoni, Kudzai Zengeni, Rumbidzai Patsanza,
Anesuishe Chitera, Takudzwa Chapungu, Ianda Moyo,
Prosper Moyo, Shalom Chatsiwa, Nyashadzashe Tinago,
Tadiwa Sithole, Noxolo Khaka
Front row (Left to Right): Vimbainashe Chimhande,
Memory Kwaniya, Isheanesu Potsekayi, Nosipho Mpofu,
Ms Msutu, Mr Moyo, Ruvimbo Chibi, Kimberley Kaserera,
Diana Gatawa, Tanyaradzwa Sibanda, Chikomborero
Manyame,

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DEBATE AND PUBLIC SPEAKING
Back row (Left to Right): Mazviita Pasi, Mirriam
Moyo, Tanatswa Mapholisa-Moyo, Tawanda
Mugwira, Mandikudza Dangwa
Middle row (Left to Right): Tinevimbo Chizema,
Mutsawashe Chamunorwa, Tanatswa Mukuyu,
Divinepanacea Saungweme, Francis Limbikani,
Malcom Lunda, Tinashe Zheke, Sifikhile Moyo,
Front row (Left to Right): Vimbainashe
Chimhande, Rutendo Ndemera, Ms M. Msutu,
Arnold Musonza, Tanaka Zvareva

GROOMING
Back row (Left to Right): Blessing Muningwi,
Kundai Gumbo, Kupakwashe Muchohonyi, Ellen
Mushore
Middle row (Left to Right): Blessed Maredza,
Melody Chigama, Zynah Ramjee, Mukudzeishe
Mahovo, Ruvimbo Nhekairo, Chantelle Chirisa
Front row (Left to Right): Tinevimbonashe
Hamandishe, Tinashe Austin, Ms L. Mupeti, Ashley
Mutero, Thandekile Nkomazana

JUNIOR ACHIEVERS
Back row (Left to Right): Tinotenda Mashanda,
Tatenda Madziva, Noel Makoni, Tafadzwa
Machiri
Middle row (Left to Right): Audrey Gatawa,
Terrell Demorgan, Brian Tazvinga, Sameer
Ramjee, Shingai Manyemwe, Lizwe Wadi
Front row (Left to Right): Mr P. S. Muradzikwa,
Julius Dzingayi, Tanatswa Gwaze, Ruth
Matthews, Mrs F. Ntini

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 Kids Next Door
Back row (Left to Right): Timothy Zvorufura,
Arnold Bunya, Tanaka Mutsayi, Lyton Shumba,
Faraimunashe Mandizvidza, Hossana Banda,
Vimbainashe Mubitha
Middle row (Left to Right): Abigirl Shamba,
Thandiwe Mthena, Munesu Mawisire, Rutendo
Ndemera, Tendai Mtombeni, Takudzwa Mabhena
Seated (Left to Right): Tanyaradzwa Takura,
Chido Mudondiro, Panashe Makuhunga, Mrs S.
Makurumidze, Kimberly Mukumbi, Rufaro Makoni,
Takudzwa Matiza

LEOS CLUB
Back row (Left to Right): Tasleen Paji, Artwell
Machinga, Prosper Moyo, Takudzwa Chapungu,
Calvin Matonsi, Ianda Moyo, Lyton Shumba,
Tatenda Kusemamuriwo, Keith Ntini
Middle row (Left to Right): Allan Makwenda, Farai
Knight, Takunda Gumbie, Lisa Mutambanembwa,
Mercy Mukudzavhu, Halle Furusa, Tafadzwa
Kanengoni, Tatenda Duve, Mufaro Mukundu, Max
Kufa
Seated (Left to Right): Marcus Chitura, Tanaka
Magaisa, Tanaka Chimedza, Mufaro X. Hungwe,
Mr. B. Chapungu, Nicole Mukombachoto,
Anesuishe Chitera, Anita Mafasitera, Rufaro
Chingozho

MUSIC CLUB
Back row (Left to Right): Felix Musiki, Tadiwa Banda,
Zephnath Chakauya, Thamsanqa Sigodo, Tichinashe
Makurumidze, Tinashe Dube, Takundanashe Mahovo,
Brandon Banda, Godknows Marawanyika
Middle row standing (Left to Right): Deolyn Mushore,
Kimberly Jackson, Kristian Manuel, Matthew Burden,
Tadiwanashe Mutsayi, Tendai Maruma, Mukhtaar
Ramjee, Tiffanee Joseph, Tadiwanashe Hamandishe,
Donnell Mthethwa,
Seated on chairs (Left to Right): Rishay Bhana,
Blessing Sibanda, Tamara Matiya, Adroit Makwenda,
Ms M. Msutu, Isheanesu Potsekayi, Sedrin Musvipa,
Ngonidzashe Bure, Chikomborero Manyame
Seated on floor (Left to right): Nakita Nerutanga,
Tanaka Zvareva

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SCOUTS CLUB
Back row (Left to Right): Praise Dube, Divinepanacea
Saungweme, Blessing Mugabe, Elwin Shoko, Fortune
Makoni, Tawanda Mugwira, Tatenda Jinjika, Tariro
Wachenuka, Rochell Chitambira, Britney Bangidza,
Charmaine Mandizvidza
Middle row standing (Left to Right): Tendaishe
Matanga, Nyaradzo Gumbo, Lynet Machakwa, Tanisha
Chakawuya, Mercy Mukudzavhu, Ruvimbo Austin,
Artwell Machinga, Victor Gore, Sharon Hove, Rumbidzai
Mashoko, Tanatswa Mukuyu, Eustina Chiumburu
Seated (Left to Right): TAdiwanashe Kandira,
Nokwanda Mpofu, Chiedza Manyemwe, Mrs B.
Maripkawenda, Mr F. Motsi, Mrs A. Mutamiri, Claviour
Muchengi, faith Gatawa, Tarisai Chipwanyira
Kneeling (Left to right): Fidel Motsi, Tanatswa Mutandwa,
Brandon Banda, Lakeisha Muzhara, Angela Mulangizo,
Enni Phiri, Charman Charumbira, Godfrey Manyani,
Nolwazi Dube

INTERHOUSE DRAMA COMPETITIONS

We held our Interhouse Drama Competitions on Friday,
24 November 2017. The competitions were won by
Musasa House.
We then held our first ever school play on Wednesday, 29
November 2017 at 6.00 p.m. at the Primary School Hall.
Both the Interhouse Competitions and the School Play
were based on excerpts from Shakespeare’s “Macbeth”. It
was impressive to see how talented some of our children
are. We thank our staff, pupils and all those who managed
to attend. Special thanks to Mrs Ramjee for the make-up
for all the actors during both the Interhouse and school
dramas.

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 INTERHOUSE MUSIC COMPETITIONS
The Interhouse Music Competitions for this year
were won by Mupani House (green)
We are excited by the impressive array of music
talent at the college. We will continue assisting the
talented students to enable them to realize their full
potential in music.

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INTERHOUSE ELOCUTION COMPETITIONS

INTERHOUSE PUBLIC SPEAKING COMPETITIONS

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 ALLIED ARTS MUSIC COMPETITIONS
Our students took part in the Allied Arts Music
Competitions. We congratulate the following who had an
outstanding performance:
Takundanashe Mahovo Upper First Class Drumkit Solo
The Sapphires (Group) Upper First Class African Vocal
Ensemble

The group comprised of (Zephinath Chakauya,

Tichinashe Makurumidze, Zandile Ncube,
Chido Mudondiro, Tiffany Shumbanhete, Shingai
Muchenje, Atrwell Machinga, Thamsanqa Sigodo,
Noxolo Khaka).

ALLIED ARTS LITERARY FESTIVAL 2017

The following students who were awarded First Class in the Allied Arts Literary Festival 2017:

NAME FORM CLASS

• Miriam Moyo Form 1 First Class
• Tariro Wachenuka Form 1 First Class Plus
• Anita Mafasitera Form 2 First Class
• Tadiwanashe Makuwaza Form 2 First Class
• Tinotenda Mashanda Lower 6th First Class

GIRLS COLLEGE LITERARY COMPETITIONS

Three of our students were awarded honours grades for their outstanding prose entries in the Girls College Literary Competitions. They
attended a Special Award Ceremony held at Girls College on Wednesday, 21 June 2017. The students are; Mandikudza Dangwa, Vimbainashe
Chimhande and Mazviita Pasi

The following managed to attain first class:

Prose Poetry
Kelsey Tombs Vimbainashe Mubitha
Joshua Morris Blessing Muningwi
Vimbainashe Sengweni
Tanatswa Mapholisa-Moyo
Mufarowashe Mandizvidza
Blessing Muningwi

IT TAKES MY BREATH AWAY Empty vessels only here to survive,

But I still believe that our hope lies in the skies.
In this dystopian world all hope is lost, It may not be a way out,
We hang onto our sanity, But it’s a sight for sore eyes.
No matter the cost.
In a world where nothing remains, The night sky, so beautiful yet so tragic
Sagacity is the only thing left to save, The obsidian tapestry
But we are the walking dead, So chilling but majestic
With one foot already in the grave. A graveyard of stars looming right above me,
We have no reason to be alive, The cogs in the machine I call harmony

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I’m enchanted, amazed by the ethereal illuminations
Now let me tell you the story,
Of these perfect creations.
The celestial bodies in a world of difference,
A conceited orb of radiance
Praised by man for his obtrusive presence,
But even the narcissistic sun can show humility,
For each day he embraces his temporary demise,
Is let the moon breathe,
And roam the skies
A sinking violet, hiding behind the clouds,
Conceding her effulgence,
Something for which she should be proud,
But she only reveals herself when the sun dies.
A rare bright sphere,
The ultimate prize.
A blanket in the background,
Of the deepest pitch black,
Accompanies the moon
THE START OF IT ALL
I watched the building I had invested all of my memories fade
away until it was nothing but a speck in the distance. I did not
shed a single tear, almost as if I had forgotten how to cry. I turned
away from the car window and focused an empty gaze on the
road ahead of me, the road to purgatory.
I tried not to fidget under everyone’s questioning gaze. They
were still expecting an answer from me, but I struggled to politely
phrase my response to a simple question, “how have you been?”
I wanted to be honest but I knew that it would start another fight
and this time they would not hesitate to send me away again.
“Fine”, was my short and clipped answer. My mother flinched
because she, of all people, knew that I was anything but fine. She
was the only person who understood, but the keyword is “was”.
Everyone haunted me with a multitude of questions but all my
responses were brief and harsh. Once they had registered my
hostile mood, a blanket of silence over the table. We continued
to have our dinner but it was so quite that you could hear a needle
drop. Eventually, the silence was deafening and clearly, I was
not the only one affected by it. My father kept stealing glances
at me, my mother blatantly stared and my sister kept trying to
avoid eye contact with me but once my brown gaze met her hazel
one, I saw the lambent flame of hope in her eyes. I snuffed that
flame out when I looked away from her and honestly, I was in no
mood to deal with their emotions because I still had my own to
acknowledge.
Coming back was a mistake, I should have just stayed at the
institution. I remember how anxious I was as I knocked on the
door but all that changed when I walked inside. The place looked
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When she comes back.
Embroidered with tiny apertures,
Which the light forces itself through,
Threatening to make a reappearance,
In the midnight hue,
Bright white stars embedded in cobalt blue.
At the first light of dawn,
Her elegance fades,
The sun is reborn,
Another beginning to a morose day.
I’m speechless,
For I have nothing to say.
I’m breathless,
Hypnotised by the mesmeric array,
For the beauty of the ether above,
Truly takes my breath away.
By Blessing Muningwi
and felt foreign, as if I had entered a stranger’s home. I forced
myself to believe that this was still the place I called home but that
building I watched fade away, had become a part of my memories.
Irritated by their uneasiness, I decided to try and start a
conversation with them. “so how was a year without me?” Maybe
I was too blunt because everyone cringed as soon as the words
were hurled out of my mouth. “How can you think that?” my
mother inquired, her tone laced with hurt. “Do you really think
that we do not care about you? What we did was a mistake but_”
‘A mistake! Ha! That was no mistake, that was a choice. No
parent accidentally gets rid of their choice.”
“We did not ‘get rid of you’. We tried to help you.”
“Well, you failed.”
She was stunned, frozen by my cold should. With anguish
embedded in her eyes, she just gave up, not only on the
conversation but on me too.
After listening to the exchange between my mother and I, neither
my father nor my sister attempted to speak to me for the rest
of the dinner period. Typical! Ever since they found out, they
have avoided me lake a plague. It hurt, it truly did, that my father
dearest and beloved sister turned their backs on me.
I roughly pushed back my chair and made my way straight to the
door. Not one of them bothered to stop me and that small flicker
of hope I kept holding on to, burned out. These were now people
I used to know and shutting that door marked the beginning of
the end.
By Blessing Muningwi
A BATTLEFIELD
As the ochre sun dipped behind the cotton like clouds that
streaked across the sky, King Caspean fell to his knees and
let out a deafening howl of defeat. This marked the end of a
gruesome face off. What was left of Caspean’s tatty clothes and
heavy armour was smeared in dry blood. His tangled up messy
hair drooped over his face that was twisted and contorted into
a deep look of pain. This pain ran deeper than the horrendous
fresh wounds that scarred his whole body as all that clouded his
thoughts was how he had failed his people and lost everything
alongside the battle that had just ended.
Some hours before, all king Caspean could see was red.
Benjamin and his men had gone too far all for the greed of wealth.
it was now three consecutive days that this ruler had been dealing
with murder cases among his citizens. Caspean’s hand reached
the brink of tolerance and was now determined to fight for the
justice of his people. The citizens had now cowered away from
the streets and locked themselves behind their doors all day
through pure petrification. The once bright and buzzing streets of
his kingdom were now dull, stoic and silent. In Caspean’s eyes
this meant war and he was not going to give a second thought
about it despite his advisors failed attempts in warning him to
think his actions through.
All weapons were brought out of their dusty rooms to be polished
and sharpened. They buckled on their heavy metal armour and
by the crack of dawn all king Caspean’s men were creeping
towards Benjamin’s kingdom itching to spill the blood of his
people in vengeance for their innocent loved ones. Suddenly out
of the blue, before Caspean could process what had happened,
an arrow as sharp as a needle whisked past his face to only
graze his cheek. Benjamin and his men were already present
and before they knew it, the battle was on.
A BATTLE SCENE
The judge’s entrance signalled the commencement of the war. A
heavy atmosphere of death filled the room, death of his beautiful
family that I once had only a few months before.
“Your honour, there is no one else better fit to care for a child than
the mother, she even has a higher income!” This was my mother’s
solicitor. Like a charging bull, she was determined to win this
one. The two lawyers hurled insults at each other’s clients and all
the judge could do was beg for order. Tension reigned. Tales of
inadequacy were told and rivers of tears trickled down my cheeks.
How I wished someone would pinch me and tell me it was all a
dream but alas! This was one of the most realistic experience of
my life. It was as real as the air we breathe.
We had our lovely little cottage studded with flowers by the ocean
side. Every morning there was the spontaneous chirping of
the birds and humming of bees. I would be awakened by the
chattering of my parents as they happily prepared breakfast in the
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Caspean could feel the adrenaline rush through his veins as he
drew his sword and slashed it vigorously against the bodies of the
foes. The veins were popping out in the temples and napes of the
men’s necks as they yelled above their lungs with blood and shot
eyes. The alarming sound of thousands of swords clashing and
distressed shrills of the injured filled their ears. The raw scent of
blood began to reek through the atmosphere. Lots of dust rose
to cover up the brutal scenery of men trying to kill each other in
the most ruthless manner they could come up with. Numerous
lifeless bodies carpeted the ground while sweat gathered in the
hot armours and some dribbling across foreheads, as it was
now noon with the sun scorching overhead but nevertheless, as
though possessed, the people continued to combat.
With every agonising and nerve twisting punch, cut and stab
Caspean took, he still willed himself to fight and would frequently
do the same for his men by yelling out motivational words to
remind them why they were there in the first place. Caspean
was rather dumbfounded when Benjamin’s men, very brutally
stopped fighting and retreated. Moments later a man ran, while
stumbling over rocks towards the king and told him between
harsh, ragged pants that while he was still in battle with Benjamin,
a few of his men had come to their kingdom and killed all the
remaining women and children including the queen. Every last
house was said to have been burnt to ashes and the only person
who managed to survive was the man who stood before him all
covered in dust and soot.
This battle led to Caspean losing his kingdom, the love of his life,
his citizens and their trust through a foolish act of impulsiveness.
If only Caspean had given a lot more thought before acting upon
his emotions, his story could have ended differently.
By Mandikudza Dangwa (Form Three)
kitchen. Then the lovely scent would fill my nostrils, the scent of
love and warmth of a unified family. Each night, the soft caress of
my father’s palm and soothing lullaby from my mother, would lure
me into a realm of princes and princesses as well as wizards and
warlocks, dreamland.
Like glass, that picture of my family which came with a frame was
shattered into a million pieces and so was my heart. I looked
at my father as he stared my mother. This was not a look of
adoration or admiration, it was a glare that only a soldier in battle
would give to his nemesis. Was it because of me? Had I been
a bad child? I was served a large helping of the questions day
and night. All of a sudden, my parents had gotten a divorce and it
was just too much to digest. Now, they were fighting for custody
of their child, me.
The court sessions were adjourned and resumed. Each time
the tension was thicker. The temperature seemed to rise by
an additional ten degrees. The air itself seemed to be in short
supply. I felt as if I was being strangled by something with really
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long claws. All these pieces of evidence given and testimonies by
witnesses, seemed to cripple my mind. The information was now
entangled in my head. In my heart, it was like a labyrinth of pain
which I could not find a way out of. My inner voice gave deafening
shrieks of frustration as I sat there in the courtroom. I looked at
my mother, her expression told a tale of daggers of agony gnawing
and gnashing deep within her.
“objection your honour! The prosecutor has no right to accuse my
client of child abuse when no evidence has been presented” “Well
the …, began the judge, “since we cannot reach a consensus on
this issue, the jury has proposed… foster care.” My heart skipped
a bit and then started thudding with rage. Sweat ran down my
neck at the sound of ‘foster care’. The ticking time bomb in my
head was about to explode. I was not going to sit and watch as
SALE OF THE YEAR
Fathers were scrolling on their phones bored out of their minds,
as they had been dragged to this spectacle. Pushing, grabbing
and nudging, mothers behaved like barbarians as they eliminated
or devoured anyone standing in their way. There were many
products from Louis Vuitton, to Chanel, Michael Kors … you name
it! Mothers clawed their way like savages. This day brought out a
new maniacal side of my mother. Unfortunately, I found myself in
the midst of this gruelling battle that is the Sale of the Year.
It all started on the twenty fourth of April. My eyelids were baggy
and I was exhausted as my mother had woken my father and me
up at the crack of dawn because she wanted to be the first one to
get to the store. On our way there, my father nodded off to sleep
and swerved off the road, He nearly hit a tree! We arrived to see
a long queue of women. There was an excited buzz and chatter
in the atmosphere. Suddenly, we heard the click of keys and the
doors were opened. Everyone ran in causing a stampede.
It was the Sale of the year at Edgars, where all clothes were at
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my future went down the drain. “Stop!” I yelled.
“Young lady, do find your way back to your seat,” replied the judge.
The jury stared at me, with eyes that spoke of pitchforks and death.
However, I couldn’t care less about their opinions. I shaped each
and every vowel as I announced that I would be the one to choose
a guardian. They all seemed awe-struck as though I had dropped
a dynamite on them.
The battle continued, now in my hands. All the ammunition was
mine. Would I choose the mother that has always been a soft
cushion for me to land on when I fall, or would I go for the slightly
absent father who spoiled me to bits? Only time would tell
Vimbainashe Chimhande (Form Four)
a discount of fifty per cent. Every woman in the town had turned
up. They all went in like a hurricane causing havoc and chaos.
Mrs Brown nearly broke someone’s arm off over a pair of shoes.
Their ear-splitting screams sent shudders down my spine. It was
entertaining to watch mothers shouting and screeching, everyone
was behaving madly. Suddenly everyone froze. The employees
had brought out a bag which was a hundred per cent off and it
was the last thing in the store!
My mother stood still in anticipation, ready to pounce at the lightest
movement. Like a wild animal hunting its prey, she tiptoed ready
to jump and retrieve the “prize”. My mother jumped on top of the
bag. One by one, mothers started to pile on top of her. Only one
was very victorious, my mother!
In the end they had to call an ambulance. They are definitely
going to cancel the next Sale of the year.
By Mazvita Pasi
 GROUND BREAKING CEREMONY
A ground-breaking ceremony for the construction
of the College Multi-Purpose Hall was held
on Wednesday, 5 April 2017. Construction
was marked to commence during the school
holidays. We thank all parents who managed to
attend. The building will incorporate a hall with a
balcony, change rooms, a large foyer, ablution
facilities, a functions room, a library, three extra
rooms to be used as classrooms, meeting room
and examination room.

The construction of the College Hall that had

been stalled by contractual issues will hopefully
recommence soon. We will keep you posted on
the progress.

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ONLINE PARENT PORTAL
ACCESS TO YOUR CHILD’S MARKS
The school administration system that we are
using has now been improved to allow parents
to have access to their child’s marks recorded
by the teacher for tests, homework and
classwork. User accounts for parents have
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been created and sent to the parents through
email. This technological development is most
welcome as it provides immediate feedback
to parents. We also email the reports at each
reporting period.
To access the parent portal, use the
following URL or visit our website on www.
goldridgecollege.ac.zw and click on the menu
link Parent Portal
Direct link to the Parent portal: https://star.
goldridgecollege.ac.zw:5742
NB: if by any chance you have not received
your login details please contact our offices for
further assistance.
 SWIMMING POOL CHANGE ROOMS AND PAVILION
The construction of the Swimming Pool Change
Rooms and Pavilion is almost complete with
interior finishings and tiling all done. A big thank
you to the SDC members (Mr Manyame, Mr Nzira,
Mrs Matthews, Mrs Kurawley, Mrs Demorgan, Mrs
Magaisa, Ms Moyce, Mrs Mankrod, Mrs Esat, Mr
Makurumidze and Mr Mapendere) for the amazing
work done at the swimming pool. Let us keep fired
up about the development of an excellent place of
learning for all our children!

DIESEL POWER GENERATOR

The school purchased two diesel
power generators one for the
classrooms section and another for
the Hostel area. The hostel area
is now equipped with a 45KVA
generator and the school has a
10KVA enough to ensure that there
is uninterrupted power supply at the
school and hostel. This ensures the
smooth running of school.
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FEATURED ALUMNI
RODNEY T. MANYEMWE
Rodney Tinashe Manyemwe (25), is an Accountant by profession
currently employed as the Assistant Financial Accountant at Gain
Cash & Carry Pvt Ltd, one of the leading wholesalers in Zimbabwe,
with over 60 branches Nationwide. His position involves high level
financial reporting for all branches and Head Office, leading a vibrant
team of Accountants and Account Clerks and contributing towards the
sustainable growth of the business.
Rodney is the first born in a family of 3, 2 boys and 1 girl. He did his
O Level (2009) and A level (2011) at Goldridge College. Goldridge
helped him develop a strong base on which he has been able to build
his career off. During his time at Goldridge he held various leadership
position such as the Deputy Head Boy (2011) and Soccer Captain
just to mention a few. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
(Hons) (2016) from Africa University, where he graduated as the
best graduating student in Auditing. He is currently studying towards
attaining the Chartered Accountant Zimbabwe qualification.
Rodney has a passion for the Accounting & Finance profession,
a passion which more or less began in then the small classes of
Goldridge College. He started of his career as a Regional Accountant
Trainee at National Foods Depots in 2016. His experience at
National Foods helped develop him into astute accountant and most
importantly a worthwhile test of his passion on countless occasions.
Rodney, is an entrepreneurial servant leader, hardworking, God
fearing, humble, goal oriented young man. He is always striving to get
better at his craft with a constant goal of achieving his full potential.
On a personal note, Rodney is a soccer fanatic, both as a player and
a fan. He enjoys networking with like-minded people and travelling.
He believes in giving back to the less privileged as he is involved
in a number of non-profit organisations were he offers his skills and
resources.
Rodney believes he could have never achieved all the above without
the consistent support of Mr & Mrs Manyemwe and his family, but
most in important the abundant blessing from the Almighty God. To
God be the glory.
Advice to My Young SELF
When I was in Upper 6, a photographer came to Goldridge. He
seemed happy and seemed to love what he was doing. Out of
curiosity I asked him why he seemed so happy and seemed to enjoy
every single moment of taking pictures of young college students who
couldn’t wait to leave the picture booth. His response “ I once had a
good paying corporate job in a big company but I was never happy,
my heart wasn’t in it and my family was miserable, I left that to take
up photography full time and I have never looked back. Now, I am
happy, my wife is happy and my family is happy. Now I don’t leave
home to go to work, I leave home to go to my passion” Moral: Find
a career/profession/ goal/passion that you love and you will never
work a single day in your life. Chase your dreams with everything
you have. You will fail occasionally but don’t let that stop you. Always
fail forward. Les Brown says “When you fail make sure you land on
your back, because if you can look up, you can get up”. You have
greatness in you, believe in yourself and you will achieve all that you
set out to do. More POWER!!! To you and God bless you.

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