ZANU PF Rallies Base Amidst Constitutional Amendment Bill Hearings

ZANU PF is actively mobilizing its base to endorse the Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, which has drawn significant debate and seeks to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s tenure, amidst public hearings. This strategy includes ordering village heads to gather support, with opposition voices claiming they are being sidelined and ignored.Supporters argue the amendments are vital for governance stability, with "massive crowds" reportedly attending hearings. Opponents, including war veterans and military factions, counter by demanding a referendum, citing concerns over democratic process integrity and alleging arrests and church closures are silencing dissent.The bill’s passage would fundamentally alter presidential term limits, impacting President Mnangagwa’s political future.ZANU PF's legislative push faces significant internal and external resistance, raising concerns about democratic norms.