Parliament Gazettes Term Limit Bill

The Speaker of Parliament gazetted the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill No. 3 on February 16, 2026. This action initiates the formal process for significant constitutional changes.President Emmerson Mnangagwa began his second and final term in 2023, set to expire in 2028. If enacted, the Bill could allow the President to serve beyond his current term, when he would be 86 years old.This move is a critical political development, shaping presidential term limits. The Bill faces strong opposition from various groups, including bishops and opposition figures.This bill could fundamentally alter Zimbabwe's political landscape and governance structure. It raises concerns about executive consolidation and democratic integrity.