Centre for Development Studies Scoops Best Educational Institution Award at Megafest 2025

By Staff Reporter
The Centre for Development Studies (CDS) has once again proven its commitment to academic excellence by being crowned the Outstanding Academic Institution of the Year (Southern Region) at the prestigious Megafest Business Awards 2025.

CDS, with campuses spread across the country, continues to shine as one of the few institutions dedicated to providing quality life-skills education at highly affordable rates. The college prides itself on equipping learners with practical knowledge that empowers them in various fields, ensuring that education is not only accessible but also impactful.

Registered with the Higher Education Examinations Council (HEXCO), CDS also boasts academic affiliations with leading universities, including Lupane State University and Ezekiel Guti University (ZEGU). These partnerships have strengthened the institution’s credibility and broadened opportunities for its students to further their studies at higher levels.

What sets CDS apart is its progressive approach to education. The institution offers both physical and online classes, designed to suit the diverse needs of learners, from full-time students to working professionals. Through its tailor-made programmes, the college has become a hub for those seeking certificates and diplomas in life skills and other disciplines that directly respond to community and market needs.

The Megafest Awards, established to celebrate excellence in business and leadership across Southern Africa, have grown into one of the region’s most respected platforms for recognising outstanding performance. Since their inception, the awards have honoured organisations and individuals who demonstrate innovation, resilience, and positive impact in their industries. Winning this accolade places CDS among the top-tier institutions making a difference in the academic sector.

In accepting the award, CDS reaffirmed its commitment to continue delivering affordable, high-quality education while expanding its reach to ensure more learners across the country can benefit from its transformative programmes.

The 2025 Megafest accolade is not only a testament to the institution’s remarkable progress but also a clear sign that CDS is shaping the future of education in the Southern Region and beyond.