Gweru Poly does not only focus on technological issues but also engages in research aimed at solving social and economic challenges.

In line with the Ministry’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) initiative and the regional agenda on industrialization Gweru Polytechnic has adopted a vibrant research and innovation culture in order to equip students with knowledge, skills and values that guarantee economic growth and increased opportunities for wealth and employment creation. This has seen the institution providing solutions to some economic and technological challenges