From: Princess Eugene Majuru, Princess of Harare
Email: harareprincess@gmail.com
Date: 30 March 2026
To: Alumni of Cranborne Boys High School
Subject: Urgent Call to Reclaim and Restore Cranborne Boys High School
Dear Alumni of Cranborne Boys High,
I write to you as a Princess of Harare and a proud member of the Mbari clan, deeply concerned about the current state of Cranborne Boys High in Cranborne, Harare, Zimbabwe. It is shocking to see how the school’s facilities and grounds, once a source of pride and opportunity, are being mismanaged.
Reports and observations indicate the following concerning developments:
School grounds have been turned into maize fields. Areas that were once open fields for sports and recreation are now being used for farming purposes.
Swimming facilities have been repurposed. Changing rooms and other structures meant for students’ use are now being used for private purposes.
Chicken run on school property. Some facilities are being used to raise poultry, reportedly benefiting the headmaster personally.
Declining oversight by alumni associations. The Cranborne Boys High Old Students’ Union appears relaxed, with minimal involvement in protecting the school’s standards. Many alumni from the 1990s and 2000s have grown accustomed to seeing poor management and think it is normal.
These developments are not just a loss for the school—they are a threat to Zimbabwe’s sporting legacy, youth development, and community pride. Schools like Cranborne Boys High are meant to be incubators of talent, discipline, and leadership. What is happening now undermines all of that.
I call upon all alumni to take urgent action to reclaim and restore our school:
Revive and strengthen the Old Students’ Union – Build an active, accountable alumni network that safeguards the school’s facilities and standards.
Support the school and students – Provide mentorship, funding, and guidance to ensure sports and academic facilities are properly maintained.
Hold management accountable – Document misuse of school resources and advocate for corrective action from relevant authorities.
Preserve the school’s legacy – Work together to restore Cranborne Boys High as a center of excellence in academics, sports, and character development.
Cranborne Boys High is more than buildings or grounds; it is a symbol of heritage, opportunity, and pride. The responsibility to protect it lies with us, the alumni. Let us act now to ensure that today’s students and future generations inherit a school worthy of its name.
Yours faithfully,
Princess Eugene Majuru
Princess of Harare
Cranbourne boys high rugby field now a maize field
Below is action plan for the school
Cranborne Boys High: Action Plan & Call to Action
Purpose:
To restore and protect the facilities, heritage, and standards of Cranborne Boys High School in Cranborne, Harare, Zimbabwe.
Immediate Issues Identified:
School grounds converted into maize fields.
Swimming facilities and changing rooms repurposed for personal use. (now a chicken run)
School facilities turned into a chicken run, reportedly benefiting the headmaster personally.
Weak oversight by the alumni association, allowing standards to decline.
Call to Action:
We, the alumni, former students, and community members of Cranborne and Harare, must unite to take immediate action to save the school.
Action Steps:
- Revive the Old Students’ Union
Re-establish a strong and active alumni network.
Assign committees responsible for fundraising, mentorship, facility oversight, and community outreach.
Schedule monthly or quarterly meetings to ensure sustained involvement.
- Mobilize Alumni Support
Reach out to all former students from every era (1990s, 2000s, AMA2000, and earlier) via email, social media, and community networks.
Encourage alumni to visit the school, assess the current state, and report issues.
Create a database of alumni willing to contribute time, expertise, or funds.
- Fundraising & Resource Mobilization
Launch fundraising campaigns to restore sports fields, swimming facilities, and classrooms.
Seek donations of materials, labour, or equipment from the community and local businesses.
Consider crowdfunding platforms and partnerships with local companies to maximize impact.
- Community Engagement
Invite the Cranborne and Harare community to participate in clean-up days, tree planting, or maintenance of school facilities.
Organize sports events, exhibitions, or cultural activities at the school to reinvigorate community interest and pride.
- Advocacy & Accountability
Document all mismanagement or misuse of school property through photos, reports, and community testimonies.
Engage with the Ministry of Education and local authorities to ensure accountability.
Publicize the efforts and concerns to raise awareness nationally, encouraging wider support.
- Mentorship & Student Support
Alumni should mentor current students, especially in academics, sports, leadership, and career guidance.
Provide scholarships or bursaries to deserving students to maintain motivation and excellence.
Immediate Call:
All former students, alumni, and members of the Cranborne and Harare community are urged to stand together.
Let us visit the school, assess the damage, contribute resources, and organize the alumni union.
Together, we can restore Cranborne Boys High to a school of pride, excellence, and opportunity.
Contact for Coordination:
Princess Eugene Majuru – harareprincess@gmail.com
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