The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has been accused of launching a nationwide sale at the Masase High School of Muberen Gwa Masase.
The suspect allegedly fled the school last Friday (April 4) after police arrived to investigate shocking charges.
Gumbo works in a school run by the Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCZ) in Zimbabwe. Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, a spokesman for the Midlands Police Department, confirmed that an investigation was underway but no arrests were made.
Sources say Gumbo allegedly attracted students to his office with false excuses before sexually assaulting them. The case was revealed after anonymous tip prompted a joint investigation between the police and the Ministry of Secondary Education.
“Police and education officials took action after receiving an anonymous letter from the teacher.” Sources close to the investigation revealed.
Disturbingly, reports suggest that the abuse has been going on for years, but has not been reported due to the school’s restrictive policies. Parents claim that Principal Mr. Albion Masukume enforced a rule that requires students to report problems directly to him, a policy that allegedly allows abuse to continue to be unchecked by organizational inspections.
“The principal’s strict reporting system forces victims to be silent. Many students suffer in fear,” he said. One parent said his child was the victim.
Some parents and teachers accused the grocery store of trying to suppress the allegations. However, in a letter to parents, Masukume acknowledged the reports while denying any involvement in covering up.
“I inform you with affectionately that serious allegations against staff have been reported. The authorities are conducting a thorough investigation,” He said.
The case sparked anger, calling for quick justice and better protection for students. Child rights activists are urging schools to implement safer reporting mechanisms to prevent such abuse.
Police are appealing to the public for information that led to Gumbo’s arrest. At the same time, consulting services have been provided to affected students.
