Spiritual and practical lessons in Gweru, Zimbabwe
JANUARY 2026 NARRATIVE REPORT
INTRODUCTION
The month of January 2026 marked a season of renewed energy and purposeful activity at Bear Valley Bible Institute Zimbabwe (BVBIZ). Following the festive break, the institute resumed classes, launched impactful workshops, and advanced several projects that continue to strengthen both academic excellence and practical life skills. This report highlights the key developments, achievements, and ongoing initiatives that continue to shape the school.
1.0 CLASSES RESUME
Classes resumed on the 6th of January after a four-week break. All students returned to school successfully. The following subjects are under consideration this term;
Main Subjects
Revelation M.Muchingami
Church Administration and Governance M.Muchingami
Romans Donnie Estep/I. Mutichu
Minor Prophets I.Mutichu
Strategic Management for Churches L. Zungunde
Preachers Life and Work H.Suwari
Geography of the Bible K. Madyira
Introduction to computers I.Mutichu
Workshops
Drug and Substance Abuse L.Zungunde
Theology of Disability M.Moyo
Horticulture R. Modza
Goat and road runner production T. Tizora
Community Dvpt and Poverty Alleviation P.Toperesu
Entrepreneurship & Drink-making D. Siwedi
2.0 YOUTH TRANSIT PROGRAM
BVBIZ held its annual youth transit program from the 6th to the 29th of January. The program mainly targets secondary and high school leavers awaiting their results. It prepares these young people for life in college/university and beyond. The main subjects included
a. Denominational Doctrines
b. The New Testament Church
c. Public speaking
d. Moral Development
e. Drug and Substance Abuse
f. Survival skills
g. Career guidance
h. Grooming and etiquette
A total of 13 youths participated. Those with personal challenges received individualized support, with the school working closely alongside parents and guardians to ensure holistic development. Each participant received a certificate for participating in the program.
3.0 ENTREPRENEURSHIP SKILLS WORKSHOP
On January 16th, the institute welcomed Brother Damson Siwedi for a dynamic entrepreneurship workshop. His practical approach emphasized survival skills and income-generating opportunities, including a demonstration on drink-making. Students and youths from the transit program benefited greatly from this hands-on training, equipping them with skills that can be applied in everyday life.
5.0 PROJECTS
As part and parcel of exposing students to various life survival skills, the school undertakes a number of projects. These have been critical in lowering our budget as students eat fresh produce from the garden including earning the school an extra dollar for its operations. On the animal side, the school has 5 cows, goats and broilers. The school is still searching for a bull so that the cattle herd increases. The school’s small field has maize, beans, and sweet potatoes all for student consumption. The garden has around 4600 tomatoes (1600 in the greenhouse while 3000 are on the open field), 1300 cabbages, 1800 green paper plants, 200 broccoli, 200 cauliflower and other leafy greens.
CONCLUSION
January 2026 was a month of progress, resilience, and vision. From the successful resumption of classes to the impactful Youth Transit Program, from hands-on entrepreneurship training to thriving agricultural projects, BVBIZ continues to fulfill its mission of equipping students with both spiritual depth and practical life skills. Generous donations and ongoing initiatives such as the Truck Fund reflect the strong partnership between the institute and its supporters.