Zimbabwe’s opposition party, Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), has announced its support for a government proposal to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s mandate until 2030. The bill, expected in Parliament soon, could lead to a referendum delaying the next election by two years. Mnangagwa’s current term, his second and final under Zimbabwe’s constitution, is set to end in 2028. The extension aligns with discussions at a conference by the ruling Zanu-PF party in October to scrap term limits entirely. Meanwhile, observers speculate the opposition’s backing is tied to MPs gaining an extended tenure. Accusations of bribery have also surfaced. However, divisions within the CCC have emerged, with some members denouncing the move as a betrayal. The proposal has sparked widespread debate, highlighting political tensions and concerns over democratic processes in the Southern African country.
Source: africanews.