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Zanu PF goes for broke as CAB3 hearings begin

ZANU PF has ordered village heads to queue with their subjects to sign papers supporting proposed constitutional amendments thatcould extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s tenure

Editorial Comment: Constitutional integrity must prevail

For any constitutional amendment to hold legitimacy, the process must be more than a mere box-ticking exercise; it must be a genuine reflection of the people's will.
By The Standard 16h ago
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Mnangagwa term extension hearings begin

The primary focus of the proposed amendments is a provision to extend the president’s current term of office by an additional two years.
By Nqobani Ndlovu 16h ago

Rethinking race: A pastor-scholar’s bold take on racism, cultural transformation

It is shocking for someone who has driven while Black in other parts of the world and never had to think about such things at a traffic stop
By Eddie Zvinonzwa Mar. 27, 2026

What to do as Trump’s war cripples Zim’s poor

The Zimbabwe United Passenger Company once raised hope when it rolled out buses during the Covid-19 period. But instead of expansion, the fleet has steadily dwindled.
By Eddie Zvinonzwa Mar. 27, 2026

2030: UK says watching Zim chaos

The proposed amendment seeks, among other provisions, to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term of office and that of Parliament by two years without a referendum. 
By Silas Nkala Mar. 27, 2026

Scramble to block ED2030 court challenge

ATTORNEY-GENERAL Virginia Mabiza is seeking to have a Constitutional Court (ConCourt) application challenging the proposed extension of President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term dismissed. 
By Miriam Mangwaya Mar. 27, 2026

Lisungwe floods maroon, displace villagers

The extreme weather has destroyed homes, crops, livestock and water sources, while roads remain impassable rendering relief efforts futile.
By Kenneth Nyangani Mar. 27, 2026

Preps for Independence celebrations advanced: ED

Mnangagwa made the remarks while addressing a Central Committee meeting at the ZANU PF headquarters in Harare yesterday. 
By Kenneth Nyangani Mar. 26, 2026