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ERC slams proposed constitutional amendments

Under the proposal, the President would no longer be elected directly by Zimbabweans but responsibility will fall on the shoulders of lawmakers.

By Evans Mathanda Feb. 18, 2026

ERC slams proposed constitutional amendments

Proposed constitutional amendments under focus

ALZ Country Director Beloved Chiweshe said the meeting aims to create space for structured engagement on the substance, process and long-term institutional implications of the bill.

By Staff Reporter Feb. 17, 2026

Proposed constitutional amendments under focus

ERC slams proposed constitutional amendment to extend presidential term

In a statement, the ERC said the proposal lacks a factual and democratic foundation, arguing that it fails to take into account Zimbabwe’s history of disputed elections.

By Evans Mathanda Feb. 16, 2026

ERC slams proposed constitutional amendment to extend presidential term

War vets file ConCourt challenge to Mnangagwa term extension proposal

In their court papers, the war veterans contend that by presiding over and chairing Cabinet deliberations on Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3,

By Miriam Mangwaya Feb. 16, 2026

War vets file ConCourt challenge to Mnangagwa term extension proposal

Abortion Bill debate demands clear, sober minds

Church leaders, however, view the proposed amendments as a direct assault on life and family values, warning that they amount to a de facto liberalisation of abortion.

By Newsday Feb. 16, 2026

Abortion Bill debate demands clear, sober minds

Zimbabwe must choose constitutional integrity over political convenience

Any attempt to extend presidential or parliamentary terms, alter presidential election processes, or expand executive authority must face the highest level of public scrutiny.

By Elias Mudzuri Feb. 15, 2026

Zimbabwe must choose constitutional integrity over political convenience

Human rights doctors support proposed abortion Bill

The clause addresses termination of pregnancy and related provisions.

By Nyaradzo Chiba Feb. 13, 2026

Human rights doctors support proposed abortion Bill

Robbing Zim of a chance under the sun: Dark days of constitutionalism

The law can be engineered into a tool for justice; for the fair regulation of the interaction and affairs of a people; for the collective progress of a society.

By Musa Kika Feb. 12, 2026