Murewa High School, an institution related to The United Methodist Church and located in Zimbabwe has implemented a new initiative to promote innovation and sustainability. It has launched a uniform factory. The fully mechanized factory produces school uniforms, work suits and other protective clothing. Profits are reinvested into infrastructure development, support of teacher retention, scholarships to students, and church programs. This project started in April of 2025 and marks a significant milestone. The equipment was purchased with the proceeds generated from the school’s piggery and vegetable garden projects.
Student Ruvarashe Chinya and teacher Memory Maibheka at work. Photo: Kudzai Chingwe, UM News.
Currently, the project operates at 30% capacity and generating profits of about $3,000 per month. Headmaster Sydney Mapisaunga projects that by 2027, the factory will be fully operational, with annual profits reaching up to $50,000. For more detailed information and access to United Methodist news, subscribe to the free UM News Digests.