Zanu-PF pushes to extend Mnangagwa’s term to 2030

ByEnigma 808

Zimbabwe’s opposition has rejected a ruling party decision to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term beyond constitutional limits. Delegates at the Zanu-PF conference in Mutare voted on Sunday to keep Mnangagwa in office until 2030 instead of 2028 when his final term ends. The resolution directs the Justice Ministry to complete legal changes by October 2026.

Opposition leaders say the plan violates the constitution, which restricts presidents to two terms. Former Citizens Coalition for Change leader Nelson Chamisa stated that party resolutions do not bind the nation. Interim CCC leader Jameson Timba emphasized that constitutional amendments require a national referendum, and the sitting president cannot benefit from such changes. Politician Tendai Biti pledged to defend the constitution against what he called an unconstitutional agenda.

Zanu-PF members defend the extension by citing Mnangagwa’s leadership record. The president previously promised to step down in 2028. The proposal would trigger constitutional amendments, and it could spark significant political conflict in the southern African nation.

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