Biti pushes for SADC intervention in Zimbabwe's political deadlock

Opposition figure Tendai Biti has formally called for SADC intervention to resolve the country’s deepening political disagreements. Biti, acting through the Constitution Defenders Forum, argues that internal mechanisms for dispute resolution have been exhausted. Supporters of the call believe that regional pressure is the only remaining lever to force electoral and governance reforms. Opponents counter that SADC is unlikely to intervene in a way that threatens the current administration, citing a history of regional non-interference. The move highlights the persistent lack of consensus on governance and the opposition's reliance on external arbitration to break the domestic stalemate. A desperate appeal for regional mediation to resolve a long-standing domestic political impasse.