About Harare Polytechnic

Excellence in technical and vocational education since 1919. Shaping the future of Zimbabwe and beyond.

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Our Journey

1919

George Challoner, the "father" of technical education, starts mechanical engineering classes for a small group of young men.

Pre-WWII

The Polytechnic is established on the site between Fourth and Fifth Streets, Harare.

1964

Construction completed at present location, costing £275,000. Operations commence.

Today

17 departments and divisions, thousands of graduates making a mark locally and internationally.

Why Choose Us

Leaders in Technical Training

We produce graduates who are real assets in organisations locally, regionally, and internationally.

Courses in Sync with Industry

Our curricula are designed in consultation with industry leaders, ensuring relevance and employability.

Diversity

We welcome students of all backgrounds and offer a wide range of sporting activities and career paths.

Vision & Mission

Vision

The Hub of Intellectual Excellence in Scientific, Technical and Vocational Education in preparing learners for the knowledge economy by 2030 and beyond.

Mission

To produce competent graduates with technopreneurial knowledge and skills necessary to meet the dynamic needs of the nation and beyond.

Core Values
Professionalism Gender Sensitivity Integrity Team Work Ubuntu
Institutional Mandate
Development through Tvetisation and Cbetisation processes.
Ensure fiduciary in the use of institutional resources.
Generate revenue to sustain institutional resources.
Maintain and develop institutional assets and facilities.
Maintain good corporate governance.
Our Leadership

Mrs D. T. Ruziwa

Principal

Mr. E. Itimu

Vice Principal Administration & Finance

Eng. I. Tsatsi

Vice Principal Academic & Research