Ziyambi Concedes Defeat on CAB3 Clauses

Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi conceded that the government yielded to majority demands on two clauses of the Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3), though it insisted on retaining term extension provisions. The concession came after intense parliamentary debate, where opposition MPs led by Mushoriwa argued that removing the short title clause would effectively kill the bill, causing disorder. Ziyambi's admission marks a rare retreat, highlighting internal tensions within the ruling party. The bill's passage exposes deep divisions over executive power and the future of constitutional reforms, fueling debate about the balance of power between the executive and legislature. The government's insistence on term extensions has alarmed critics, and the development is seen as a rare concession in a long-running legislative battle.