Fresh headache for Mudenda over CAB3

In a sternly worded submission to the speaker, the CDF's legal team emphasised the gravity of the proposed legislative changes.

MPs want seven more years, but cannot be bothered to show up for five

There are duty-free import privileges, housing allowances, fuel, telephone bills, staff costs and salaries trending towards a target of US$2 000 per month.
By Moses Shoko 6h ago

Reform must not become a constitutional convenience

That is the reasonable side of the argument. But constitutional reform is never judged only by what is written on paper. It is judged by timing, context and intent.
By Taisa P Tshuma Apr. 10, 2026

Do the right thing, Mr President

After decades of paying for political excesses, the Zanu PF-led administration should, by now, understand the brutal arithmetic of legitimacy in global markets
By The Zimbabwe Independent Apr. 10, 2026

Rights watchdog slams move to politicise chiefs

It said this would erode key constitutional safeguards and embolden other public officials to demand similar rights.
By Miriam Mangwaya Apr. 10, 2026
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CAB3 diamonds dossier escalates explosive rigging claims to partly

It was part of consultations on Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill (CAB3), which ended last week.
By Freeman Makopa and Shame Makoshori Apr. 10, 2026

Fear cannot shape constitutional change

If citizens must speak under fear of reprisal, then the process ceases to be genuine consultation and becomes little more than a managed exercise in conformity.
By Newsday Apr. 10, 2026

O-Zapu raises concerns over cost of living

His remarks come as Zanu PF pushes forward with a Constitutional Amendment Bill that critics say could extend the terms of the president and parliament without a referendum.
By Pamenus Tuso Apr. 9, 2026

The façade of democracy is slipping away fast

What is at stake in Zimbabwe today is not merely a Bill before Parliament, but the very meaning of democracy itself.
By Newsday Apr. 9, 2026