Zimbabwe faces new corruption claims as lawmakers reportedly receive land gifts for supporting President Mnangagwa. Journalist Hopewell Chin'ono says politicians gain property plots larger than originally planned when they promise to vote against impeachment efforts. These rewards help a plan to change laws extending the president's time in office past current term limits. Some legislators might receive up to $200,000 cash alongside their land deals.
The government admits giving residential stands to MPs but claims this continues a policy from 2013. Officials distributed 70 plots earlier this month across different areas, including Harare. They insist these benefits go to all qualifying lawmakers from recent parliaments regardless of party affiliation. Critics question why these handouts happen just as impeachment talk increases.
Parliament stopped meeting until May 6, which many see as a way to block removal discussions. Top legislative leaders left the country during this crucial period. Opposition groups want an independent investigation into these land deals. Experts say these actions harm democratic processes if proven true. The situation threatens both legal systems and government stability as the country faces serious economic problems.
The government admits giving residential stands to MPs but claims this continues a policy from 2013. Officials distributed 70 plots earlier this month across different areas, including Harare. They insist these benefits go to all qualifying lawmakers from recent parliaments regardless of party affiliation. Critics question why these handouts happen just as impeachment talk increases.
Parliament stopped meeting until May 6, which many see as a way to block removal discussions. Top legislative leaders left the country during this crucial period. Opposition groups want an independent investigation into these land deals. Experts say these actions harm democratic processes if proven true. The situation threatens both legal systems and government stability as the country faces serious economic problems.
