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Biti released on $500 bail

Constitutional Defenders Forum (CDF) convener Luxton Tendai Biti (59) and the organisation’s national programmes director

By Kenneth Nyangani 34m ago

Biti, Madhuku application deferred to April 1

Madhuku submitted that the NCA opposes the proposed amendments and that he has already filed a separate challenge before the Constitutional Court seeking to block the Bill.

By Desmond Chingarande 5h ago

Biti, Madhuku application deferred to April 1

Biti arrest draws condemnation from SA’s DA, Zicomo

“This latest act of wanton state brutality should sound alarm bells for the South African Presidency and the Department of International Relations and Cooperation,” Smith said.

By Kirsty Sibanda 5h ago

Biti arrest draws condemnation from SA’s DA, Zicomo

Biti to appear in court today

Biti, who is also the convener of the Constitution Defenders Forum (CDF), was detained alongside the organisation’s national organiser, Morgan Ncube.

By Miriam Mangwaya 9h ago

Some reflections on the Zimbabwe constitutional debate!

Of course, these constitutional provisions can be amended, but those serving during the time the amendment is done, cannot be beneficiaries.

By Kenneth Mufuka Mar. 22, 2026

Some reflections on the Zimbabwe constitutional debate!

EditorialComment: Authorities must stop war against citizens

History has demonstrated that when democratic values are under pressure, the actions of state institutions determine whether truth prevails or is buried.

By The Standard Mar. 22, 2026

EditorialComment: Authorities must stop war against citizens

Executive consolidation by constitutional disruption: constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill No.3

The government justifies extending parliamentary and presidential terms as essential to mitigating election-related “toxicity” and fostering long-term economic growth.

By Tinashe Hofisi Mar. 22, 2026

Executive consolidation by constitutional disruption: constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill No.3

Power Grab: The biggest winners and losers as Mnangagwa moves to tighten grip

This specific provision mandates that any amendment extending a term limit cannot apply to the person currently holding that office.

By Nqobani Ndlovu Mar. 22, 2026

Power Grab: The biggest winners and losers as Mnangagwa moves to tighten grip

Zanu PF 'coaching' members on constitution overhaul

Zanu PF director of information, Farai Marapira, denied the allegations on Friday, insisting the party is not coaching members to stop them from expressing their opinions.

By Nqobani Ndlovu and Brent Shamu Mar. 22, 2026