School Alumni

We are thrilled to spotlight Olivia Maseko Charamba, a proud alumna of Chaplin High School. Olivia is not only the wife of Pastor Charles Charamba but also a gifted gospel musician and pastor in her own right.

Her inspiring music and spiritual leadership have earned her widespread recognition across Zimbabwe and beyond. With a voice that carries both power and grace, Olivia has dedicated her life to ministry and to touching the hearts of many through the gift of music.

A highlight of her musical journey includes recorded albums such as Amen, Daily Bread, The Gospel, Voice of Miriam, and Olive Branch. These works have touched the lives of many, and we celebrate her dedication and hard work.

Olivia attended Chaplin High School from Form 3 to 6, from 1989 to 1992. We are proud of the impact she is making, and her legacy continues to inspire generations of Chaplinites.

Collin Peter Mackenzie is a proud Chaplin High School alumnus who has forged a remarkable career in broadcasting and media, leaving an indelible mark on African television.

After excelling at the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), where he played a pivotal role in broadcasting the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, Collin became a driving force behind community television, helping to launch Tshwane TV and Gaug TV. He also served as Secretary General for community broadcasters and was a distinguished judge for Miss South Africa 2010.

Today, he is the proud owner and founder of JIT-TV (Just In Time Television), a platform dedicated to amplifying Zimbabwean voices and stories. Under his leadership, JIT-TV has become a beacon for quality, culturally relevant programming that informs, entertains, and empowers communities both locally and in the diaspora.

Collin also currently serves as a board member of the President's Trust Fund. With a big heart and a deep love for Gweru, his dream is to one day see the City of Gweru rise to become a world-class city filled with opportunities for all.

Ian Douglas Smith attended Chaplin High School from 1933 to 1937, where he served as Head Boy — a role that foreshadowed his future as a national leader.

He went on to study at Rhodes University before serving as a Royal Air Force pilot in World War II. Smith later entered politics and became the Prime Minister of Rhodesia, leading the country through a pivotal and controversial period in Southern African history.

His connection to Chaplin High School remains one of the most notable chapters in the school's proud history.

Terence Mukupe is a proud former student of Chaplin High School, Gweru. He has gone on to serve in public life as a ZANU-PF politician and advocate for development in Zimbabwe.

His journey from the halls of Chaplin to the national political stage reflects the school's enduring impact on the leaders it produces.