Globalisation and the Impact of Post-colonial Politics on Zimbabwean Education and Development

Abstract

The recognition of Zimbabwe as an independent state in the international system witnessed a positive transformation in the education sector. Having been under the bondage of its British colonial masters, the Zimbabwean education system has been racially skewed for some time as indicated by the colonial structure of inequalities. Fortunately, the attainment of independence by Zimbabwe saw its pronounced recognition in the global political order, which earmarked global financial assistance in Zimbabwe's educational sector although educational inequalities persisted. Through international organisations' assistance, the globalisation process has essentialised the education system of Zimbabwe though with some crippling effects. However, the major question arising is; to what extent has the independent government managed to address these challenges? In gathering information, the study successfully secondary data sources such as journal articles and other relevant scholarship. Findings of this paper indicate that the globalisation process is threatening the effectiveness of Zimbabwe's educational system. As such, this paper notes issues surrounding the Zimbabwean education system both from a positive and negative standpoint. The study concludes that post-colonial politics and globalisation negatively and positively affects the realisation of Education and sustainable development in Zimbabwe.