Zimbabwe's government confirmed that constitutional changes to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's rule past 2028 will follow transparent procedures. Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi rejected a social media document titled Breaking Barriers Initiative as fraudulent material that misrepresents official plans. He stated that authorities have received various proposals from legal experts since last November, but have not approved any submission.
The minister clarified that decisions about specific amendments remain pending. He warned citizens to ignore unauthorized documents circulating online. Zanu PF delegates voted at their conference in Mutare to pursue legislative action allowing Mnangagwa to govern until 2030. Party officials cited economic stability and development achievements as reasons for the extension.
The governing party directed officials to establish legal frameworks before their next annual gathering. Minister Ziyambi said the resolution recognizes progress under the current leadership. Central Committee members must implement the decision before the 23rd conference. Opposition groups and labor organizations have criticized the proposed constitutional alterations as threats to democratic governance.
The minister clarified that decisions about specific amendments remain pending. He warned citizens to ignore unauthorized documents circulating online. Zanu PF delegates voted at their conference in Mutare to pursue legislative action allowing Mnangagwa to govern until 2030. Party officials cited economic stability and development achievements as reasons for the extension.
The governing party directed officials to establish legal frameworks before their next annual gathering. Minister Ziyambi said the resolution recognizes progress under the current leadership. Central Committee members must implement the decision before the 23rd conference. Opposition groups and labor organizations have criticized the proposed constitutional alterations as threats to democratic governance.
