Zimbabwe Close to Civil War, Says Chiwenga Source

A source close to Vice President Constantino Chiwenga said Zimbabwe has never been this close to a civil war. The comment comes amid a strong push for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to stay in office beyond his constitutionally mandated two terms through Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3). The bill would extend the presidential term by two years to 2030 and have Parliament elect the President. The source's warning highlights the deep political tensions within the ruling Zanu PF party and the country at large. The CAB3 debate has exposed divisions between factions supporting Mnangagwa and those backing Chiwenga. The political standoff has raised concerns about stability and governance. The core vulnerability is the potential for political violence if the constitutional amendment process is perceived as illegitimate.