The programme is intended to cover all of Zimbabwe`s provinces to empower women in different life skills. The First lady, Mrs Mnangagwa urged all women, young and old to go back to school in order to benefit their families and communities. The Vice Chancellor of ZOU, Professor Paul Gundani and his team embraced the programme and were ready to offer their guidance to the benefiting women. Library The library of the university was fundamental in the success of ZOU. The libraries consist of a branch in each of the regional centers handled by two people. These libraries are very popular. The administration of all the libraries in different regional centers are centralized to maintain uniformity and easy coordination. The library of ZOU has agreement with other universities in the country under the Zimbabwe University Libraries Associations to use each other's facilities. Effects on the nation According to Mr Mhlotswa, the Deputy Librarian of the Zimbabwe Open University, the course on agriculture offered by ZOU has contributed significantly to the land reform programme in the country. The industry also praised the university as many of their employees have improved performance after undergoing the ZOU programmes. Graduates from the ZOU are established in almost every sector of the economy of Zimbabwe. Notable alumni Rudolf Nyandoro, Catholic bishop References External links Official Website Distance education in Zimbabwe Southern African University Zimbabwe Open University Educational institutions established in 1999 1999 establishments in Zimbabwe