Why Zim’s presidential debate centres on political stability, not democracy
Since independence in 1966, Botswana has used a first-past-the-post electoral system, yet its president is elected indirectly by Parliament.
By Glen Mpani
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Thirty pieces of silver all for the betrayal of the Constitution
It is a test of whether elected representatives are prepared to defend the supreme law of the land or sacrifice it for personal gain and political expediency.
By Newsday
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Bribes rock Mnangagwa term extension plot
Debate on the Bill, which proposes a raft of changes to the 2013 Constitution, began last week and MPs are expected to decide its fate this week.
By Miriam Mangwaya
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Edwin Mushoriwa: MPs have become the criminals around the president
In a speech that was both a legal defense and a moral plea, Mushoriwa argued that the proposed changes represent a move away from the hard-won gains of the 2013 constitution.
By The Standard
Jun. 10, 2026
Agency Gumbo: The constitution is the people’s last line of defence
It emerged from decades of demand for accountable government, democratic participation, constitutional restraint and the protection of fundamental rights.
By The Standard
Jun. 10, 2026
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CAB 3: MPs reject power grab
The critics fiercely rejected the proposed changes, labelling them a fundamental threat to Zimbabwe's democratic foundations.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Jun. 9, 2026
Why a referendum on CAB 3 is unavoidable
Our Bill of Rights starts from section 48 and ends with section 87 of the Constitution. Needless to say, therefore, that section 67 is within the Bill of Rights.
By Douglas Togaraseyi Mwonzora
Jun. 9, 2026
A nation letting down its girls
More importantly, these figures expose a national failure to adequately protect girls from exploitation, abuse and circumstances that continue to force them out of the classroom.
By Newsday
Jun. 9, 2026
Explainer: What happens next with CAB 3?
The Bill is still at the second reading stage in the National Assembly. This is the stage where MPs debate the principles, objectives and overall merits of the proposed constitutional amendment.
By Newsday
Jun. 9, 2026
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National Foods invests US$25m in local milling
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By Blessed Ndlovu and Concilia Mupezeni
Jun. 7, 2026
