Power Grab: The biggest winners and losers as Mnangagwa moves to tighten grip
This specific provision mandates that any amendment extending a term limit cannot apply to the person currently holding that office.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Mar. 22, 2026
Zanu PF 'coaching' members on constitution overhaul
Zanu PF director of information, Farai Marapira, denied the allegations on Friday, insisting the party is not coaching members to stop them from expressing their opinions.
By Nqobani Ndlovu and Brent Shamu
Mar. 22, 2026
Of course, Owner can be fired for refusing a term extension!
So when Cde Munyaradzi Paul Mangwana threatens Owner with severe punishment if he dares refuse to remain in power, he really means it. He would be speaking on behalf of “the people”.
By Muckracker
Mar. 20, 2026
ZHRC urges tolerance on Constitutional Amendment Bill
In a statement, the commission said both supporters and opponents of the proposed changes have equal rights to be heard, urging a respectful and robust national debate.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Mar. 19, 2026
When power rewrites the Constitution
His remarks leave little doubt that dissent within Zanu PF is being treated not as democratic debate, but as rebellion.
By Newsday
Mar. 18, 2026
Retired generals’ statement shakes Zanu PF
THE ruling Zanu PF party is in a state of panic following strong objections raised by retired army generals and some war veterans challenging the controversial Constitutional Amendment Bill
By Kenneth Nyangani
Mar. 17, 2026
Timba Launches ‘One Million Voices for the Constitution’ Campaign Against Amendment Bill
“Government argues that constitutional amendments are necessary for stability and continuity,” Timba said.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Mar. 16, 2026
EditorialComment: Amendment No.3: Subversion of Zimbabwean people’s will
The public hearings into these proposed far-reaching changes will take place over only four days, with just one venue per district, and will be held in hard-to-access areas.
By The Standard
Mar. 15, 2026
Proposed seven-year terms rare: Veritas
LEGAL think-tank Veritas has warned that seven-year terms for executive presidents have become rare globally and are often associated with authoritarian systems.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Mar. 13, 2026
