President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s spokesperson, George Charamba, said that the proposal supported by some within ZANU PF to extend the President’s second and final term by two years to 2030, or to amend the constitution to allow him to seek a third term, is “dead and buried.”
Charamba was responding to the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops Conference (ZCBC), which had expressed concern over the focus on extending Mnangagwa’s term, rather than addressing “bread and butter issues.”
Speaking in an interview with <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/government-slams-latest-zcbc-pastoral-letter/">The Herald</a> on Wednesday, Charamba said President Mnangagwa has “made it very clear and in plain language” that he has no intention of seeking an extension of his term beyond what is allowed by the constitution. He said:
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The bishops raised the issue of the debate around the Presidential term of office. Whilst this is really within their remit to proffer views and ideas on the matter, what Government found a bit disturbing is the fact that the Bishops conference is pronouncing itself on a matter which is in fact dead and buried.
The President, some two or so weeks ago, met with editors and made it very clear and in plain language that he has no intention whatsoever of pushing for an extension of his term beyond what is constitutionally provided for.
It is therefore rather surprising that the eminent bishops decided to revisit what in fact is now a closed matter.
When the party or any citizens express a desire to change the Constitution to accommodate an extra term for the President, that wish does not and cannot close the matter.
The nominee for that extension has to want to have that term extended, isn’t it? This is why we talk about what we call an acceptance speech or a statement.
The President has made it clear that he has no intention of accepting that proposal which is coming from the party and from society.
And once the nominee has turned down the proposal, then it means the debate on the matter, whilst it may continue in society, cannot have any serious executive implication, in which case one does not expect the Holy fathers and Bishops to continue to harp on a matter which in fact stands closed.
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Charamba also addressed the Catholic bishops’ complaint that Zimbabweans are being overtaxed by the government. The bishops said that those fortunate enough to still be employed are bearing a heavy tax burden. Said Charamba:
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Secondly, we also could not understand why, especially after the inaugural Cabinet meeting statement by the President, why the issue of the burden of taxation, which is receiving attention from Government, why it continues to exercise the minds of the Bishops.
If the statement by the President at the commencement of the 2025 Cabinet Year did not bring comfort to the Bishops, one wonders what would.
I think it is very important that far from raising a matter which is already receiving executive attention, it would actually be a lot more helpful if the bishops can actually take the message of hope to society that indeed something is being done by way of rationalising our tax system to lighten the burden on the citizen.
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Charamba argued that tax reforms cannot be implemented overnight, as doing so would have significant implications for the economy as a whole. He said:
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You want to make sure that you are very deliberate and calculated in the way you reform the tax system so that you do not affect the revenue streams which are so needful when it comes to public investments and social development. We are talking about lives here.
We are talking about key basic services which cannot be dispensed with and which have to be funded from the revenues that come from the tax structure that we have in the country.
So really our message to the bishops is to please bear with us, bear with Government as it reforms the tax structure with the ultimate objective of lightening the burden on the citizenry which is in fact the goal that we are all working towards.
Yes, that also holds with respect to institutional reforms. I think all institutions remain candidates for reforms if we are going to run institutions that are a living tissue for the common good.
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The Catholic bishops also criticised the unpunished corruption, claiming that those responsible are not only uncensored but are often rewarded while draining the nation’s resources. In response, Charamba said:
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Reform in changing institutions is one challenge that all living institutions face and it does not exclude any one institution. 
Yes, there is an appreciation of the sentiments expressed by the Bishop with respect to fighting corruption, which by the way, is something that Government considers as a priority area.
We need everyone to come to the table; Government which means the Executive arm of the State, Parliament, the Judiciary, the churches themselves, civil societies and above all the citizens because ultimately corruption occurs and happens within society. 
Once a society says no to corruption then necessarily we defeat it because what corruption levies on the citizens is always very high and creates conditions of poverty which the Bishops are worried about.
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President Mnangagwa's spokesperson, George Charamba, says extending the President's term is not happening. The Catholic bishops are concerned about this idea. Charamba also says tax reforms take time and need to be done carefully. He argues that fighting corruption is a priority. All institutions need to work together to fight corruption. Charamba says corruption hurts people and creates poverty. The President has made it clear he will not seek an extension of his term. Tax reforms are needed to lighten the burden on citizens.

Mnangagwa’s Spokesperson Dismisses Term Extension Proposal As "Dead and Buried"

ZANU PF Women’s League national chairperson, Mabel Chinomona, has declared that President Emmerson Mnangagwa will not be stepping down, despite growing calls from some war veterans for his resignation before the end of his term.
The calls for Mnangagwa to resign have intensified in recent weeks, notably from war veterans like Blessed Runesu Geza and Andrease Mathibela.
These demands come amid efforts by Mnangagwa’s allies to extend his presidency beyond his second and final term, set to expire in 2028.
Speaking to the national executive of the Women’s League in Harare on Friday, Chinomona castigated the continued attacks on the President, calling the situation unprecedented. She said:
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People are busy giving each other positions on social media, that this is your year, so-and-so will assume leadership. There is no sun that rises before another one sets…
It is common knowledge that from Mnangagwa, there will come other leaders, it is everywhere, this one comes and goes…
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Chinomona, who also serves as Senate President, accused some party members of accepting bribes as small as US$10 to undermine the party leadership.
At Friday’s event, she showcased state-of-the-art egg incubators, which will be distributed across all 10 provinces to support poultry projects led by women.

ZANU PF Women’s League leader, Mabel Chinomona, says President Emmerson Mnangagwa will not resign despite calls from some war veterans. They want him to step down before 2028, when his term ends. Chinomona spoke out against attacks on the President and accused some members of taking bribes. She also showcased egg incubators to help women in poultry projects.

Chinomona Fires Back At Mnangagwa's Critics

A political activist has dismissed President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s recent declaration that he will retire at the end of his second term in 2028, arguing that it should not be taken seriously.
During an interactive meeting with selected editors from both public and private media at State House on Monday, 17 February, Mnangagwa said he would not be persuaded to remain in power beyond 2028.
However, in a Facebook post, Hon. Learnmore K Magorimbo, president of the Zimbabwe Youth Alliance (ZYA), suggested that Mnangagwa’s statement was merely a tactic to buy time and not a reflection of the actual situation. Wrote Magorimbo:
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Today, in a carefully staged meeting at State House, Mnangagwa once again played the role of a constitutionalist, claiming that he will operate “within the confines of the constitution” and that he has no intention of clinging to power. But history has shown that when Mnangagwa speaks of legality, he is only justifying his next move.
This is the same man who promised economic reform, democracy, and an end to corruption—yet all Zimbabweans have seen is worsening poverty, political repression, and a looting frenzy by his inner circle. His words are never a reflection of reality but a tool to buy time.
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Magorimbo warned Mnangagwa’s opponents that the ZANU PF leader needs more time, not to transition power, but to further consolidate it. He said:
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If he were truly sincere about stepping down, he would do so now. But his real intention is clear—he needs more time, not to transition power, but to consolidate it.
He is not preparing for retirement; he is restrategizing. His past actions speak louder than today’s empty words.
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The ZYA leader argued that Mnangagwa’s assurances were not genuine signs of good faith, but rather a calculated move to ease pressure and adjust his strategy.
He further warned that the longer Mnangagwa remains in power, the more ruthless his tactics are likely to become. Said Magorimbo:
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His grip on the state is not about leadership—it is about securing a life presidency by any means necessary.
Believing his promises now is not just naïve; it is a direct betrayal of history. Mnangagwa has no intention of stepping down willingly.
He is simply playing for time, ensuring that when he makes his final move, there will be no one left to challenge him.
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President Emmerson Mnangagwa said he will retire in 2028, but a political activist doesn't believe him. The activist thinks it's just a trick to buy more time and stay in power longer. The activist warned that Mnangagwa is not planning to retire, but to make his power stronger. The activist said people shouldn't trust Mnangagwa's promises because he wants to be president for life. Mnangagwa's words might sound good, but his actions show he wants to stay in power.

"Mnangagwa's Promise To Retire In 2028 A Tactic To Buy Time And Adjust His Strategy"

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reaffirmed his commitment to retire after completing his second term in 2028.
During an interactive meeting with selected editors from both public and private media at State House on Monday, 17 February, Mnangagwa criticized individuals pushing agendas that contradict ZANU PF’s rules, saying they are not genuine party members. Said Mnangagwa:
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I am a constitutionalist. When my two terms come to an end, the country and the party will move on by electing my successor.
That is as clear as day. I think those who really are ZANU PF at heart, go by the rules… of ZANU PF.
We have other people who are in ZANU PF who, in themselves, are not ZANU PF but they dress in ZANU PF regalia.
So you must always see when people talk, which camp they belong to when they open their mouths.
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When one of the editors asked if he could be persuaded to serve beyond 2028, Mnangagwa responded, “I will persuade the persuaders not to persuade me, so that I remain a constitutionalist.”
Aside from the question of a potential third term, Mnangagwa told the editors that he was aware of the complex and challenging environment in which the media industry operates, noting the rapid evolution of various factors, including technology. He said:
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Not least among these is a seismic shift in reader/viewer/listener interest and behaviour. Much of it is caused, motivated, or aided by giant technological changes and possibilities.
The old media is dead and with it, old models and ways of doing your craft. We feel the impact and repercussions of these changes of technologies even in our own sphere of Government which is supposed to be stable and traditionally change-averse.
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President Emmerson Mnangagwa said he will step down after his second term in 2028. He talked to editors and criticized people in his party who don't follow the rules. He made it clear that he will not stay in power past 2028, even if people try to convince him to. Mnangagwa wants the party to follow the rules and choose his successor when the time comes. He said he will not let anyone persuade him to stay longer than he should.

Mnangagwa: No Persuasion Will Keep Me In Office Beyond 2028

Wicknell Chivayo has weighed in on the recent proposal in the USA to allow President Donald Trump to serve a third term.
He argued that exceptional leadership should be allowed to extend beyond term limits if it serves the best interests of the people.
In a post on his social media, Chivayo drew a parallel to Zimbabwe, where he believes President Emmerson Mnangagwa has shown remarkable leadership.
He called for the possibility of extending Mnangagwa’s presidency, arguing that such a move would align with the will of the people.
Chivayo said that, in a functioning democracy, the pursuit of progress should take precedence over rigid constitutional constraints.
He further stated that he doesn’t mind if critics claim he supports an extension of Mnangagwa’s presidency for personal gain, asserting that he is willing to speak out on the issue regardless of any perceived self-interest. Said Chivayo:
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I personally believe that PROGRESS must take precedence over PROCEDURAL CONSTRAINTS created by a Constitution.
Most will say I’m singing for my supper and yes indeed, without a shadow of a doubt, I will also sing for breakfast and lunch too.
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Chivayo stressed the importance of policy continuity, pointing to leadership changes in the U.S. that have caused inconsistencies, and argued for a similar approach in Zimbabwe to ensure stability and foster economic growth. He said:
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In my view, a performing President like PRESIDENT E.D. must be allowed to COMPLETE his vision for the nation. The WILL OF THE PEOPLE should always be at the core of democracy.
As we have seen in the U.S.A, policy inconsistencies caused by frequent leadership changes DISRUPT national progress.
For example, most of former President Biden’s policies implemented since 2020 and the recent banning of TikTok and were all SWIFTLY undone by President Trump on his first day in office, despite there being a Supreme Court order banning TikTok in USA.
By contrast, Zimbabwe is a CONSTITUTIONAL DEMOCRACY and even the President abides with Court judgments.
We cannot however afford policy INCONSISTENCIES, such as what is being experienced in the USA, especially considering PRESIDENT MNANGAGWA’s strong foundation for ECONOMIC GROWTH and stability.
Extending his leadership will certainly ensure CONSISTENCY and CONTINUITY, which are critical for achieving Zimbabwe’s long-term goals and VISION 2030 !!!!
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Chivayo argued that the constitution should evolve to reflect the will of the people, and although President Mnangagwa has pledged not to seek a third term, Chivayo believes his leadership deserves an extension for the benefit of the nation and the success of Vision 2030. He wrote:
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The CONSTITUTION is a LIVING DOCUMENT, made BY THE PEOPLE and FOR THE PEOPLE. I believe that it must evolve to reflect the aspirations of the majority.
As a CONSTITUTIONALIST, President Mnangagwa is on record indicating that he will NOT run for a third term.
However, the PRESIDENT has earned the trust of the people, who recognize his EXCEPTIONAL leadership and the progress achieved under the SECOND REPUBLIC.
With the GRACE OF GOD an extension of time in office for this WONDERFUL LEADER will certainly benefit the nation and ensure the success of Vision 2030 and beyond.
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Chivayo has faced criticism from his detractors, who often label him a “tenderpreneur” — a term used to describe individuals who secure government contracts through political connections rather than fair competition.
 His critics allege that his success is more about political ties than business acumen.
Chivayo made inflammatory statements in leaked audio recordings, where he claimed to have a strong influence over President Mnangagwa and the political system.
In one recording, he allegedly boasted about being the president’s “blue-eyed boy” and suggested that his lucrative contracts were a result of his close relationship with Mnangagwa.
“Ndakachibata kuti dzvii,” he reportedly said, implying that the President is under his control.

Wicknell Chivayo thinks President Mnangagwa is doing a great job in Zimbabwe and should be allowed to stay in power longer for consistency and progress. He believes the constitution should change to reflect what the people want. Chivayo has faced criticism for his close ties to the president and leaked recordings that suggest he influences political decisions. Despite this, he still supports extending Mnangagwa's term for the benefit of the country's future.

Chivayo: Extending Mnangagwa's Term Will Ensure Consistency And Continuity

ZANU PF says there is no need for a referendum to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s second and final term from 2028 to 2030, as the elections will be postponed to 2030 via a Constitutional Amendment.
At its 21st Annual National People’s Conference in Bulawayo in October 2024, ZANU PF resolved to extend Mnangagwa’s term by two years.
Addressing a ZANU PF Harare Youth inter-district meeting on Saturday, Harare Provincial Chairman Godwills Masimirembwa explained the plan to amend the Constitution to extend President Mnangagwa’s term. Said Masimirembwa (via <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/no-need-for-referendum-to-extend-presidential-term/">The Herald</a>):
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After Parliament amends the Constitution by postponing the elections, it is not necessary to go for a Referendum. There will be no need for a Referendum. Parliament was directed to amend the Constitution in line with Resolution Number One.
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He asserted that the proposed amendment aligns with Section 91(2) of the Constitution, which disqualifies anyone from running for president after serving two terms, with each term defined as three or more years. Said Masimirembwa:
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The Referendum is only necessary if we interfere with the term limit provision, which is a three-year period. If the President serves less than three years, it’s not considered a full term. He falls within the term limit of the presidential term provision.
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Masimirembwa argued that the proposed extension does not violate constitutional term limits, as it merely postpones the elections to 2030 without changing the two-term cap. He said:
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This will be in line with the two-term limit of the President according to the country’s Constitution. He will be within the confines of the two-term limit. What is required is just to postpone the elections up to 2030.
There is no need to worry about interference with the term limit, so the party resolution is in tandem with the term limit provision.
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ZANU PF wants to extend President Mnangagwa's term by two years without a referendum. They plan to change the Constitution and postpone the elections to 2030. The party says this won't violate the two-term limit because the extension doesn't change the term limit rules. They believe it is all in line with the Constitution. Masimirembwa, a ZANU PF official, explained this at a meeting. They don't think a referendum is needed for this change.

No Need For A Referendum To Extend Mnangagwa's Term, Says Masimirembwa

The Zimbabwe People’s Revolutionary Army (ZPRA) Veterans Association has warned that amending the National Constitution to allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa a third term could lead to severe consequences, including bloodshed.
At a press conference on Thursday at the Bulawayo Media Centre, ZPRA Veterans Association National Spokesperson Buster Magwizi voiced support for fellow war veterans who recently opposed the proposed extension of Mnangagwa’s term beyond 2028. Said Magwizi (via <a href="https://cite.org.zw/zpra-veterans-warn-of-instability-if-constitution-is-violated/">CITE</a>):
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Our solidarity is not just a message of solidarity. It is an expanded contribution to political correctness.
The veterans who stood out in a press briefing last week led by Blessed Runesu Geza in Harare were very correct because no one else dares to advise the government correctly on what to do or the leadership on what is straight and what is crooked. We hold the sanctity of the constitution sacrosanct.
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Magwizi criticized those who dismissed the veterans who spoke in Harare as “mad, crazy, and biased,” accusing them of seeking to benefit from corruption.
He was referring to Douglas Mahiya, the ZANU PF Secretary for War Veterans, Ex-Political Prisoners, Detainees, and Restrictees.
Mahiya argued that Geza’s sentiments did not represent the position of war veterans but were pushing a foreign agenda to cause disharmony within the party.
Deputy National Spokesperson for the ZPRA Veterans Association, Joakim Moyo, condemned the push for a third term, calling it fraudulent and a direct assault on the constitution. Said Moyo:
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There has been a litany of injustices which make us sick as ZPRA veterans. We have always stood as people advocating for political correctness, and we are prepared to go down, dying doing the same thing.
We are a people who want to adhere to the Constitution as a national guide and live by it. The spirit and the flesh of it should be observed by everyone, regardless of size.
Probably let me get down to the constitution and say, we stand ready to defend the constitution of Zimbabwe, and would like to warn all those pushing the 2030 mantra that it is fraudulent.
The current constitution was arrived at as a nationally driven issue. Everybody was consulted and everybody spoke.
And our constitution observed the democratic principles that underlie what you call a democracy.
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The ZPRA Veterans Association in Zimbabwe is warning that changing the Constitution to let President Mnangagwa have a third term could lead to serious consequences, like violence. They support other war veterans who oppose this change. Some people are calling the veterans crazy, but the veterans say they are standing up for what is right. They believe in following the Constitution and will defend it. They think changing the Constitution is not fair and goes against democracy. They are ready to fight to protect the Constitution.

ZPRA Veterans Warn Of Serious Consequences If Constitution Is Amended

Sengezo Tshabangu, the disputed interim Secretary General of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) and leader of the opposition in Parliament said that his party will oppose President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s attempt to extend his rule beyond the constitutional two-term limit.
This declaration comes just weeks after Tshabangu publicly supported Mnangagwa’s potential third term during a visit to the president’s Precabe farm in Sherwood, Kwekwe.
Tshabangu’s endorsement of ZANU PF’s proposal to amend the constitution to allow a third term for Mnangagwa sparked criticism from other opposition figures, who labelled him a traitor.
However, in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Nqobizitha Mlilo, after a meeting with Speaker of the National Assembly Jacob Mudenda, Tshabangu took a different stance.
He expressed strong opposition to the proposed third term, calling it “repulsive and repugnant” and incompatible with Zimbabwe’s national aspirations. Said Mlilo:
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The recurring question: will the CCC support calls for President Mnangagwa’s third term? Framed this way, it’s a pointless discussion.
2028 postponement of elections, or the 2030 agenda, if it’s the same thing, as we have said before, can not be an end in itself.
2028 postponement of elections and or 2030 agenda cannot be indivualised to the extent of messianic redemption of a country by an individual.
We have said the so-called 2030 agenda and the postponement of the 2028 elections are matters which have not been presented in any lawful forum of the management of our common state affairs. It is internal to ZANU PF…
Senator Tshabangu met with the Speaker of Parliament, Advocate Jacob Mudenda and conveyed our position that the idea of a third term is as repulsive and repugnant as it is inconsistent with our national aspirations.
It is unnecessarily divisive. We will oppose it. We suggested that the idea should be abandoned so as not to cause unnecessary national disharmony.
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Mlilo said that Tshabangu’s meeting with the Speaker of Parliament was a proactive step to convey the party’s position on opposing the third-term bid, especially since the issue has yet to be presented in Parliament.
However, Tshabangu’s recent statement has been met with scepticism by some who question his sincerity.
Critics argue that without the support of State institutions, Tshabangu would not have been able to take control of the CCC, leading them to suggest that he may be indebted to ZANU PF.

Sengezo Tshabangu changed his mind about supporting President Mnangagwa for a third term. He now says it is not a good idea for Zimbabwe. Tshabangu met with the Speaker of Parliament to say his party will oppose the third term. Some people are not sure if Tshabangu is telling the truth because they think he might be working with ZANU PF. The main point is that Tshabangu does not want President Mnangagwa to have a third term and his party will fight against it.

Tshabangu Withdraws Support For Mnangagwa's Third-Term Bid

Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services Minister Jenfan Muswere has criticized a group of war veterans who opposed ZANU PF’s efforts to amend the Constitution and allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa to run for a third term.
At a press conference in Harare on Sunday, January 26, war veteran and ZANU PF central committee member Blessed Runesu Geza, along with five other veterans, called for Mnangagwa to step down, saying he was “not fit to run this country.”
The group also rejected any constitutional changes and dismissed Mnangagwa’s claim that he had no intention of staying in power beyond 2028.
In a statement on Tuesday, Muswere accused Geza of hypocrisy, pointing out that he had been a strong supporter of ZANU PF’s Resolution Number 1 from the 21st National People’s Conference, which calls for the President to remain in office until 2030. Said Muswere:
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We are concerned about the extent to which these individuals, while purporting to be members of the ruling party (and) bona fide members of the War Veterans fraternity, are not using legal and relevant structures to discuss their grievances.
It is unfortunate that these individuals have also played to the whims of demonising the President for reasons best known to them.
What is surprising is that such individuals, including Cde Blessed Geza, was one of the lead proponents of Resolution Number 1 of the 21st National People’s Conference which underscores the need for the President to remain in office until 2030. Cde Geza was among the conference delegates who lobbied for that resolution to be passed.
Therefore, it is surprising that today he is turning his back against a resolution he helped create. It is unfortunate that the bitterness he suffered from the 2018 primary election defeat is now causing him to go as far as rewriting the history of the President.
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Muswere called the press conference held by the war veterans a “charade” and suggested that they were ungrateful for the government’s support and contributions to war veterans. Said Muswere:
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This sense of self-contradiction and hypocrisy goes against the principles of basic honesty we expect from senior citizens and genuine war veterans.
This charade is very disappointing considering the magnitude of economic transformation that Zimbabwe has enjoyed under the leadership of the President His Excellency Cde Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa.
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War veteran Jenfan Muswere criticized other war veterans who don't want President Mnangagwa to run for a third term. He said they are ungrateful and hypocritical. Muswere thinks it's wrong for them to criticize the President, especially when they used to support him. He also said they are not following the right way to discuss their complaints. Muswere thinks the war veterans are being dishonest and ungrateful for the help they receive from the government. He believes the country has improved a lot under President Mnangagwa's leadership.

Muswere Labels War Veterans Opposing Mnangagwa Third Term As Ungrateful And Hypocritical

Constitutional law expert Lovemore Madhuku has said a third-term bid by President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s loyalists is highly unlikely and will face challenges.
In a recent interview with Open Parly, Madhuku described the effort to secure a third term for Mnangagwa as a formidable task, fraught with numerous obstacles. Said Madhuku:
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I think I can say that it is almost impossible. Legally yes you can go through the steps, but once you know what those steps are, you realise that it’s almost impossible.
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Madhuku said the steps would require a publication of the first Bill where they seek to amend the Constitution. He added:
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Ordinary people will have to debate it within a 90-day period. Thereafter, take it to Parliament. It must get a two-thirds majority both in the National Assembly and in the Senate and thereafter, there must be a referendum.
We should then vote yes with a majority. Now, that alone tells you that it will be very difficult because I know that in the 90 days for debate and so on, it will come out very clearly that most Zimbabweans don’t support it and when it goes to Parliament, we’re not sure how they will vote.
It cannot be assumed that since ZANU PF has a two-thirds majority they’ll obtain the two-thirds majority. They may not obtain a two-thirds majority. But if they get it, they have to go to a referendum.
That is in respect of the first Bill and then, with a referendum voting yes or no, it will just be a referendum on President Mnangagwa and I don’t think that he wants it. It doesn’t matter how you couch the Bill.
When you then go to the stage of voting yes or no, it will be very simple. Do you want the President to continue or you would want the President to serve 10 years?
So most people who respect the President would simply want him to rest after 10 years. So when you say possible, I think it might be a very loose word.
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In 2024, the ZANU PF Annual People’s Conference in Bulawayo passed a resolution calling for an extension of Mnangagwa’s term beyond 2028.
Mnangagwa, however, has rejected the proposal, reaffirming his commitment to abide by the constitutional term limits.
On Sunday, Mnangagwa hosted legislators from ZANU PF, along with a few members of a splinter faction of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) led by self-appointed secretary-general Sengezo Tshabangu, at his Pricabe Farm in Kwekwe.
The gathering is believed to be part of ZANU PF’s broader strategy to push for constitutional amendments, utilising Tshabangu’s splinter CCC faction to help ratify the changes and mobilize grassroots support for the referendum necessary to finalize the process.
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Constitutional law expert Lovemore Madhuku says it's very hard for President Mnangagwa to get a third term. Madhuku says there are many steps and challenges to overcome. First, they need to change the Constitution, then have a referendum where people vote yes or no. Madhuku thinks most Zimbabweans do not want Mnangagwa to have a third term. Even though some in ZANU PF want him to continue, Mnangagwa himself says he will follow the rules. There are discussions happening to try and change the Constitution, but it will not be easy.

Mnangagwa's Third-Term Bid Faces Major Hurdles - Madhuku

The Office of the President and Cabinet (OPC) has refuted a story published by a daily newspaper, which claimed that President Emmerson Mnangagwa has turned to structures outside the official ZANU PF framework to violate the Constitution and extend his term in office beyond 2028.
In a statement issued on Wednesday evening, the OPC described the story as slanderous and “calculated to undermine national cohesion while placing the President in disesteem.”
The OPC has given the publication seven days to retract the story, warning that “failure which the Office reserves the right to initiate and institute legal proceedings as appropriately provided for at law.” Reads the statement:
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The Office of the President and Cabinet expresses very deep concern about a slanderous story in today’s News Day, “Mnangagwa turns to parallel structures”.
The article falsely and maliciously creates the impression that the State President, His Excellency Dr ED Mnangagwa, is hell-bent on breaching the National Constitution by extending his term limit “via the back door”, beyond what is provided for under the country’s supreme law.
Further, the article slanderously suggests the President is employing guile and duplicity to achieve the alleged unconstitutional goal, including enlisting “parallel structures” outside of the ruling ZANU PF arms, for the same alleged goal.
NewsDay imputes disharmony and disquiet within the ruling ZANU PF, and in security structures, as a result.
These are very serious allegations against the State President by the newspaper, which are calculated to undermine national cohesion while placing the President in disesteem.
Repeatedly, the President has been on public record stating and re-stating in person that he has no intention or ambition to serve beyond the term which the National Constitution mandates for the Presidency. 
The local media, including NewsDay, have covered his pronouncements which remain un-rescinded and unchanged to this day.
The Office can only surmise that today’s article was inspired by the urge to slander the Head of State and to undermine national cohesion and stability by spreading alarm and despondency through such falsehoods.
Views of individuals and interest groups exercising their freedom of expression by ventilating their personal or collective opinions respectively, on any national issue, including the National Constitution, cannot be imputed on the President, or be treated as reversing earlier, repeated pronouncements by the President.
The ZANU PF Constitution provides for affiliate groups and interests, and thus can never be labelled as “parallel structures”.
The Office demands that the Editor of NewsDay retracts the defamatory story within seven publishing days, failure which the Office reserves the right to initiate and institute legal proceedings as appropriately provided for at law.
For the record, the Office reminds the Editor that this is the second time within a relatively short space of time that his paper is publishing falsehoods against the His Excellency the President.
While the Office respects freedoms granted to the media by the Country’s Constitution, it is very clear that flagrantly publishing and circulating falsehoods is not protected by the laws of the country, and makes any convicted offender liable.
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President Mnangagwa's office says a story about him trying to extend his term beyond 2028 is false and meant to make him look bad. The story said he was using secret groups to break the law. They want the newspaper to take back the story or face legal action. The President said before that he won't stay in power too long. The newspaper is accused of spreading lies to cause trouble. The President's office wants the editor to say sorry for the false story. They say spreading lies is not allowed and can get you in trouble with the law.

Mnangagwa's Office Dismisses Allegations Of Plans To Extend Term Beyond 2028

Blessing Geza, a war veteran and member of the ZANU PF Central Committee, has strongly condemned party members advocating for an extension of President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s tenure beyond the constitutionally mandated two terms, calling such actions treasonous.
He argued that those pushing for this move should be expelled from the party.
In an <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200034753/ed2030-an-act-of-treason-war-vetdeclares-amendment-will-never-happen">exclusive interview with HStv</a>, an online television and radio channel operated by Alpha Media Holdings, Geza criticized the ZANU PF resolution, passed during the party’s 21st National People’s Conference in Bulawayo, which proposed extending Mnangagwa’s presidency until 2030.
Geza described the resolution as ill-advised and contrary to the principles of Zimbabwe’s Constitution. Said Geza:
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I was at the conference and I thought I was saddened… First and foremost, we have a Constitution which must be respected by everybody.
The President himself took an oath of office to respect the Constitution of Zimbabwe. They took the oath of office so they could protect and defend the Constitution of Zimbabwe but they are not doing that.
They are committing treason. Those people must be arrested and those people must be fired from ZANU PF. We want to see those people charged.
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The former Sanyati legislator claimed that ZANU PF has been hijacked by opportunists, with war veterans increasingly sidelined within the party.
He lamented that the people who fought for Zimbabwe’s independence have been marginalised, while those seeking to exploit the party for personal gain have taken control. He said:
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I mean because the party has been hijacked even if you go to structures, all those (army) generals were “fired” from the party.
ZANU PF is a product of ZANLA and ZIPRA, the people’s movement but they are not even being recognised, you know, right? They are attacking the Constitution.
They don’t even talk about the armed struggle. They don’t talk about the opposition. Mark my words, that will never happen, not under our watch.
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ZANLA or the Zimbabwe African National Liberation Army was the military wing of the Zimbabwe African National Union (ZANU) during the liberation struggle.
ZIPRA or the Zimbabwe People’s Revolutionary Army, was the military wing of the Zimbabwe African People’s Union (ZAPU), which played a significant role in the war of independence.
Geza also accused President Mnangagwa of failing to unify ZANU PF following the 2017 coup that brought him to power.
He argued that instead of fostering reconciliation and cohesion within the party, Mnangagwa’s leadership has deepened divisions, leaving the party fragmented and plagued by internal strife. He said:
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The president was supposed to take the opportunity to unite the nation so that it could move forward. He failed but people, you see, know when the president came back from South Africa, is this happening?
But these people [ED2030 brigade] are a security threat and on this issue, the JOC [Joint Operation Command] must take action, and the service chiefs must take action.
Are our laws not sufficient enough to deal with such things?
These 2030s are doing what they want right? They are doing what they want to the President, you know. It’s unfortunate.
The role which we played, we are being sidelined, we have been sidelined but I blame ourselves because they say they are in control.
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Geza asserted that there is no possibility of President Mnangagwa extending his tenure beyond 2028, citing clear constitutional provisions that prevent such an outcome. He said:
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Mnangagwa was elected in 2018 and his two terms end in 2028 and he cannot go beyond that unless the Constitution is changed.
And even if the Constitution is changed, it also puts a safety net in it, which says that the incumbent or the person who presides over that constitutional change must not benefit from it.
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Meanwhile, President Mnangagwa has reiterated that he will step down in 2028 when his second and final term in office concludes.
However, he has not instructed his supporters to cease advocating for an extension of his tenure, leaving critics questioning his sincerity.
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A war veteran called Blessing Geza is angry at ZANU PF members wanting President Emmerson Mnangagwa to be president until 2030. Geza says this is against the Constitution and is like committing treason. He thinks those pushing for it should be kicked out of ZANU PF. Geza also thinks that Mnangagwa has not done a good job uniting the party. He says there is no way Mnangagwa can stay president after 2028 according to the Constitution. People are wondering if Mnangagwa really plans to step down in 2028 like he says.

Pushing For Mnangagwa's Term Extension An Act Of Treason - War Veteran

ZANU PF has passed a resolution allowing President Emmerson Mnangagwa to extend his term until 2030, but the president has rejected this proposal.
The announcement was made on Saturday by Patrick Chinamasa, the party’s secretary for legal affairs, during the ZANU PF Annual People’s Conference in Bulawayo.
According to the National Constitution, Mnangagwa is limited to a maximum of two terms and cannot run for office again when his current term ends in 2028.
Chinamasa said the party had resolved that Mnangagwa’s term as President and first secretary of ZANU PF should be extended beyond 2028 to 2030.
The resolution also calls for the party and government to initiate necessary amendments to the national Constitution to implement these changes.
However, Chinamasa clarified that Mnangagwa has no intention of serving beyond the constitutional limits, adding that the resolution “will not go anywhere.” He said:
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I understand clearly the motivation behind the resolution. We have scored great achievements in a very short time under the leadership of the president.
I understand the motivation is that these achievements should continue. Our department was being asked the question: ‘Is it legally possible (to extend Mnangagwa’s term)?’
The short answer is that yes it’s legally possible but to achieve it we would need two separate constitutional amendments.
The first amendment would be to remove the presidential term limits, the second amendment would be to remove the disability that the constitution places on the president to serve beyond 2028.
The constitutional bills must be separate, not in one constitutional bill. Each constitutional bill must be followed by a referendum.
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Chinamasa added that he had consulted Mnangagwa three times, and each time, Mnangagwa firmly rejected the idea of extending his presidency.
However, one of Mnangagwa’s staunch supporters, Taurai Kandishaya, ridiculed Chinamasa for claiming at the conference that the president had expressed a desire not to serve beyond 2028. He wrote on Facebook:
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So it happened that I asked my teacher if we were supposed to come for lessons during the holiday, and he looked at me and said NO.
I asked him again the next day, and he said NO. I asked him a third time, and he still said NO. Meanwhile, other students were happy, saying they had extra lessons during the holiday.
Someone then told me, “Young man, your teacher is saying NO because he sees that you don’t really want the lessons. Your question isn’t genuine; it’s just an inquiry. The fact that you’ve asked more than once means you have other motives.”
Moral of the story: Give people the answer they want.
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ZANU PF wanted Mnangagwa to be president until 2030, but he said NO. They wanted to change the law to let him stay longer, but he refused. Some people supported him, but others said he didn't really want to leave. In the end, Mnangagwa didn't agree to the extension, even though his party wanted it.

ZANU PF Passes Resolution For Mnangagwa's Term Extension To 2030

President Emmerson Mnangagwa remains firm in his position that he will not extend his term beyond 2028, despite proposals from the ruling party’s 10 provinces to extend it to 2030.
This announcement was made at the 21st ZANU PF Annual National People’s Conference in Bulawayo, on Saturday.
ZANU PF Secretary for Legal Affairs, Patrick Chinamasa, confirmed that Mnangagwa had no desire to extend his mandate beyond the constitutional limits. Said Chinamasa:
<blockquote>
His Excellency’s hand was involved in the drafting of the current Constitution. He is a constitutionalist and has made it clear that he will abide by the Constitution, which limits Presidential terms. He has no intention of serving beyond 2028.
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Chinamasa said the topic of extending Mnangagwa’s term has been discussed multiple times since August 2024, with the President remaining consistent in his stance.
All provinces voted in favour of extending Mnangagwa’s term as President of Zimbabwe and First Secretary of ZANU PF until 2030.
Chinamasa explained that extending the term would require two separate amendments: one to remove the fixed presidential term from the Constitution and another to eliminate the restrictions preventing Mnangagwa from serving beyond 2028.
Chinamasa said throughout his consultations with the President, sought clarity on this matter. He said:
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I was not satisfied with the initial responses, but after repeated discussions, the President remained resolute in his position. He is committed to adhering to the Constitution and will not seek an extension beyond 2028.
I was granted a meeting in August where I raised the issue to find out what his position was. I was given an answer. I was not satisfied.
I asked again for a meeting in mid-September to seek an answer. I was given the same answer that I was given in August.
But just to be sure whether I was in the right direction, I called and asked for another meeting which His Excellency granted me which was on Tuesday and this time I had a witness, I was not alone fortunately.
I was given the same answer that I was given in August, September and Tuesday. Just before I took to the podium, I whispered in the ear of the President “Is what you told me at the three meetings still standing” and he was emphatic, it still stands.
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Chinamasa told the Conference that the President has consistently demonstrated a firm and unwavering stance on the issue of extending his term. He said:
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I must say each time I went to ask him, I got the impression that he was angry with me for raising issues where he made pronouncements locally, and while he was in the People’s Republic of China.
Given my position, I should always heed what the leadership says but I wanted to get it from the horse’s mouth.
I want to repeat what he said on Tuesday. He said he is a constitutionalist and for certain, he is one.
Furthermore, His Excellency’s hand was involved in the drafting of the current Constitution.
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However, some political observers believe Chinamasa’s statements about Mnangagwa being a constitutionalist were a calculated move after Mnangagwa noticed growing resistance to his 2030 campaign.
They argue that if Mnangagwa truly opposed the 2030 campaign, the resolution would not have been included at the conference’s conclusion, as he must approve all resolutions before they are passed and announced.
Thus, the inclusion of the resolution suggests that Mnangagwa may actually desire the extension of his term.
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President Emmerson Mnangagwa said he will not stay in power beyond 2028, even though his party wanted him to stay until 2030. He made this clear at a conference in Bulawayo. His party's legal affairs head confirmed that Mnangagwa will follow the rules and not extend his term. The topic of extending his term has been discussed since 2024, but Mnangagwa has stayed firm. Some think he actually wants to stay longer, despite what he says. Overall, Mnangagwa is sticking to the rules and will not extend his term past 2028.

I Will Not Extend My Term Beyond 2028 - Mnangagwa

Self-exiled former ZANU PF Politburo member Walter Mzembi says succession is not on the agenda for the party, contrary to speculation.
On Tuesday, October 22, ZANU PF held its 379th Ordinary Session of the Politburo, marking the beginning of the 21st ZANU PF Annual National People’s Conference.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa, who is also the ZANU PF First Secretary, is reportedly planning to stay in power beyond 2028 when his second and final term expires.
However, some ZANU PF members, including Mnangagwa’s deputy, Vice President Chiwenga, are said to oppose extending Mnangagwa’s rule beyond current constitutional provisions.
Mzembi believes that succession is not, and will not be, on the agenda at the ZANU PF Annual National People’s Conference, but rather, Mnangagwa will succeed himself.
Posting on X this Wednesday, Mzembi said a resolution confirming an extension of Mnangagwa’s rule will be announced and celebrated with applause, singing, and dancing.
Following this, the government will be directed to amend the Constitution to include continuity clauses for the entire administration, including MPs’ tenures. Wrote Mzembi:
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Succession is not on the Agenda as anticipated by speculators who do not know how Zanu PF operates, it will not be up for Debate but will be on the Resolutions, the incumbent will succeed himself to 2030 as administrative Resolution Numero Uno, which shall be announced and received with deafening applause, singing and dancing thereafter through a directive to Government amend the Constitution which shall be cleverly done as wholesale continuity clauses for the entire administration including MPs tenures and all. A conflicted Parliament is waiting to endorse as it benefits from a minimum two-year extension after all in a 2028 gamble many, probably the majority will not come back!
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ZANU PF Party will not talk about who will take over after Mnangagwa. Mnangagwa wants to stay as president even after his term ends in 2028. Some party members disagree. A former party member, Mzembi, says there will be no debate at the conference. They will only celebrate Mnangagwa staying in power. The government will change the rules so Mnangagwa can stay longer. People in Parliament might get more time in power too. Many won't come back in 2028 because of this.

ZANU PF Will Endorse, Not Debate Extending Mnangagwa's Stay In Power - Mzembi

A covert operation to silence dissenting voices in Zimbabwe is reportedly underway amid claims that President Emmerson Mnangagwa intends to remain in power beyond 2028 when his second and final term ends.
Despite Mnangagwa’s repeated assertions that he will respect the Constitution and step down at the end of his term, <a href="https://www.newzimbabwe.com/zimbabwes-state-security-agencies-sniff-out-political-dissidents/">NewZimbabwe.com</a> has cited high-ranking Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO), army intelligence, and police officials who claim a secretive and widespread operation is targeting outspoken individuals labelled as “political dissidents” across Zimbabwe.
The plan reportedly involves arresting and detaining key opposition figures, activists, and journalists on trumped-up charges ahead of ZANU PF’s congress in 2027. Said a source:
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This is part of an effort to stifle growing dissent ahead of crucial leadership renewal within ZANU PF at the 2027 congress, and subsequent elections in 2028.
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The source claims there is a list of prominent people who may face charges ranging from rape and murder to treason. Said the source:
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Among them are several key members of the opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), a party that has been gaining significant ground in the urban and rural strongholds alike.
Former Mkoba constituency Member of Parliament Amos Chibaya who is languishing in remand prison for allegedly inciting violence is one of their targets.
Other high-profile figures targeted include Tendai Biti, the outspoken lawyer who has long been a thorn in the side of the government.
Another notable figure on the wanted list is Joana Mamombe, a young opposition MP who has faced previous arrests.
She has been vocal on issues of human rights violations and the need for political reform, is reportedly being pursued for alleged subversive activities and links to foreign funders, a claim often used by the government to crack down on activists.
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Job Sikhala, a prominent defender of civil liberties who has been arrested over sixty times, is reportedly under surveillance. Added the source:
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Several human rights lawyers and activists are also being pursued. Some are Zimbabwe’s most renowned human rights defenders.
They have reportedly been marked for arrest while defending opposition figures in court.
Authorities allege they are part of a broader network attempting to undermine State institutions, though these claims have been met with widespread scepticism.
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The report also alleges that the undercover crackdown has extended beyond Zimbabwe’s borders, particularly targeting activists in the United Kingdom (UK) who have consistently organised protests against Mnangagwa.
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Zimbabwe's president is trying to stay in power even after his term ends in 2028. He is targeting people who speak out against him, like opposition politicians and activists. Many of them may face false charges like rape or treason. The government is also going after human rights lawyers and activists who defend these dissenters. The crackdown is not just in Zimbabwe but also in the UK. The president is accused of trying to silence anyone who disagrees with him.

Zimbabwe’s State Security Agencies Target Political Dissenters In Covert Operation

President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s quest to extend his term beyond the constitutional limit in 2028 is likely to face resistance, as the military, which is the traditional political power broker in Zimbabwe is opposed such moves, reported The NewsHawks.
While Mnangagwa has repeatedly declared that he is a constitutionalist and will not seek an extension beyond 2028, critics remain skeptical of his intentions.
The NewsHawks has reported that military sources indicate Mnangagwa will be prevented from pursuing any constitutional changes aimed at prolonging his presidency, despite demands from his party, ZANU PF.
The report suggests that the military will leverage its institutional and hard power to thwart any attempts at altering the succession process. The NewsHawks quoted a military source on Friday as saying:
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The army is clear on this issue. Very very clear. The President has to serve his constitutional second term and retire in 2028.
Let’s not forget that he was not supposed to run for a second term in the first place from the military perspective.
Although publicly he seems to be in agreement that he will retire in 2028, in political circles he is speaking a different language and giving different signals, clandestinely encouraging his core supporters to push for a constitutional amendment for him to stay on until 2030.
That has no takers in the security forces beyond a few individuals who agree with that for self-interest. Even among the public, it is not a popular proposal.
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A recent report by the local think tank Zimbabwe Democracy Institute says the military will not remain a passive observer in the processes of selecting a new leader within ZANU PF and, ultimately, in the country. Reads part of the report:
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It is abundantly clear that the military has played a decisive role in Zimbabwean politics. As ZANU PF continues to grapple with a colossal succession battle, the role of the military in intra-party politics will become apparent in the decisive phase, although at this moment that role has not been shown overtly.
Due to the politico-military nexus, the military will not be an innocent bystander in the processes to select a new leader in ZANU PF and ultimately of the Republic.
It is highly likely that, as the military has done before, it will exercise veto power in the election or selection of the ZANU PF leadership.
According to the military, the office of the head of state is a straitjacket whose incumbent must meet certain attributes, particularly possessing military credentials.
The same credentials can be said to also apply to the office of ZANU PF first secretary. Thus, the successor to President Mnangagwa is likely to be a military man, not a civilian politician.
Whether it will be Vice-President Chiwenga or not is a subject of further inquiry, but the likelihood of a military man or military-backed candidate is inevitable and inescapable.
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President Emmerson Mnangagwa wants to stay president past 2028, but the army doesn't want him to. They say he must follow the constitution and step down in 2028. Even though Mnangagwa says he won't seek an extension, some people don't trust him. The army is powerful in Zimbabwe and may choose the next leader. They want someone with military experience to take over. The army might use their power to stop any changes that would let Mnangagwa stay as president for longer. The situation is still uncertain, but the military's influence is strong.

Army Roadblock For Presidential Term Extension

President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Monday, 02 September, reaffirmed that he will not seek an extension of his term in office when his second and final term ends in 2028.
His comments came amid calls from some members of his party, ZANU PF, to amend the Constitution to either extend his current term to 2030 or allow him to run for another five-year term.
Speaking to an audience of Zimbabwean expatriates in Beijing, China, Mnangagwa, who came to power in 2017 following a military coup, described himself as a “constitutionalist.” He said:
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If there are people you’re gossiping with saying the chief wants to extend his term, forget it, I don’t want. The people of Zimbabwe gave me a lot to plough and when I’m finished others will come and plough their own section.
So, this question of having a third term does not arise, especially under my watch, no. I’m in my second term and I already know the date I’m stepping down as president.
In 2028 I’m retiring to my home and others will come in. So, if there’re people entertaining such thoughts [third term] tell them to perish the idea, that’s not in my plans.
</blockquote>
In recent days, some veterans of Zimbabwe’s War of Independence have criticized those advocating for an extension of President Mnangagwa’s rule, accusing them of being motivated by selfish interests.
Mnangagwa, who will be 85 in 2028, is currently in Beijing for the China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit.
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President Emmerson Mnangagwa said he will not extend his term as president after 2028. Some people in his party wanted him to stay longer, but he said no. He wants to follow the rules. He said he will retire in 2028 and let someone else be president. Some people think it's not fair for him to stay longer. Mnangagwa, who is in China for a meeting, said he will not change his mind.

"I Don't Want," Mnangagwa Responds To Calls For Presidential Term Extension

Opposition politician Elisabeth Valerio, who was the only female presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, says many politicians in the ZANU PF-led government have betrayed the people of Zimbabwe by focusing on their re-election in 2028 instead of focusing on fulfilling the promises they made to the electorate in the run-up to the previous general elections.
Despite President Emmerson Mnangagwa twice categorically saying he will leave at the end of his constitutionally-mandated two terms in 2028, Valerio believes Zimbabweans are being taken for a ride.
Posting on X, the United Zimbabwe Alliance (UZA) president said Zimbabweans are not calling for a third term; they are demanding effective governance, protection and quality public service delivery. Wrote Valerio:
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It has just been one year since the 2023 presidential elections. We expect the government of Zimbabwe to be entirely focused on fulfilling promises made to the people.
BUT, instead – many politicians in our government are already fixated on securing their positions for the next term. This blatant disregard for the needs of the electorate is a betrayal of the trust that was placed in them.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa himself seems to have employed a strategy of reverse psychology, suggesting an intention to step down, only to be “persuaded” to stay on.
This charade is nothing more than a ploy to cling to power at all costs. We have also witnessed senior members of ZANU PF endorsing a third term for President #Mnangagwa.
This manoeuvre is not only unconstitutional – it represents a dangerous precedent. The Constitution of Zimbabwe (the supreme law of the land) unequivocally outlines the presidential term limits.
It is therefore highly troubling and unacceptable that some are seeking to undermine this Constitution, solely to serve the ambitions of a single individual.
Zimbabwe should not be held hostage by the whims of a ruling party that lacks a coherent and democratic succession plan.
The politics of power without accountability and without delivering on its mandate to the people is a grave injustice to our nation.
The citizens of Zimbabwe are NOT calling for a third term; they are demanding effective governance, protection and quality public service delivery.
The voice of the people is clear – no one is above the law, and we must never again make the mistake of allowing a dictatorship to take root in our beloved country.
As a nation, we must stand firm and united in defence of our democracy. We must ensure that political leaders are held accountable by the same laws and standards that apply to every citizen.
Zimbabwe deserves leadership that respects the rule of law, honours the will of the people, and is committed to the betterment of every Zimbabwean citizen.
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Valerio, an opposition politician in Zimbabwe, says the government is not focusing on fulfilling promises to the people but is already thinking about re-election. She believes President Mnangagwa's talk of leaving after two terms is just a trick to stay in power. Valerio says Zimbabweans want good governance, protection, and better services, not a third term for Mnangagwa. She thinks it is wrong for politicians to ignore the Constitution and try to change rules to suit their ambitions. Valerio calls for a united stand to defend democracy in Zimbabwe and hold leaders accountable.

Zimbabweans Want Jobs, Clean Water, Electricity; Not A Mnangagwa Third Term, Says Valerio

Tshinga Dube, a retired colonel in the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) and a member of the ZANU PF Politburo, has criticised party members who are urging President Emmerson Mnangagwa to extend his term beyond 2028, calling their motivations selfish.
Speaking at Lady Stanley Cemetery during the burial of liberation war hero Killion Dube, who passed away at the age of 89 on August 25 due to hypertension, Dube said it is premature to discuss ZANU PF succession.
The iconic war veteran expressed concern that such discussions could tarnish Mnangagwa’s legacy, particularly given his significant contributions to the liberation of the country and his ongoing role in its development. Said Dube (via <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200031778/be-wary-of-mnangagwas-advisers-tshinga-dube">NewsDay</a>):
<blockquote>
There are various opinions on the succession issue. Most of the members of the party have said he should hang on to power, but he has said that he will follow the Constitution.
We have not heard him saying he wants to cling on to power beyond his term of office but we should know that while men propose, God disposes.
We do not know what is going to happen in four years to come, even spirit mediums do not know, only God knows. Advisers are problematic, those advising him are only looking at things that benefit themselves.
We must be careful with the advice that we give to the President so that it does not benefit individuals only because we want his legacy to remain; these things can destroy his legacy after working so hard as a minister, surviving hangman’s noose and at the end of the day his legacy is destroyed like that.
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Dube said the upcoming ZANU PF conference was administrative and not an elective one.
The ZANU PF 21st National People’s Conference will be held at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) Grounds in Bulawayo from October 22 to 27, 2024.
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Tshinga Dube, a member of ZANU PF, criticized party members who want President Mnangagwa to extend his term. He said it's too early to talk about who will lead after Mnangagwa. Dube thinks these discussions can harm Mnangagwa's good work and reputation. He also warned the President's advisors could be selfish and not think about the country's best interests. Dube mentioned the upcoming ZANU PF conference is not for electing a new leader. The conference will be in Bulawayo from October 22 to 27, 2024.

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