Zanu PF Pushes Constitutional Amendment to Extend Mnangagwa's Term Amid Opposition and Military Discontent

Zanu PF pushes Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3, aiming to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's tenure until 2030 alongside parliamentary terms. This legislative maneuver sparks immediate friction, notably from opposition leader Nelson Chamisa and a coalition of retired army generals.Supporters, including Zanu PF's Godwills Masimirembwa, argue the amendments are necessary for stability and national continuity. Opponents, like constitutional expert Lovemore Madhuku and the "One Million Voices for the Constitution" campaign, denounce it as an illegal power grab, undermining democratic foundations.Retired Lieutenant General Winston Sigauke Mapuranga stands among the disgruntled officers publicly challenging the extension, reportedly prompting "panic" within Zanu PF. The strategic shift: A constitutional battle intensifies over executive power extension.