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 7h 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

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

Let’s explore the possibility of taking issues to the International Court of Justice: An open letter

The Constitution of Zimbabwe clearly defines a term limit as a provision of this Constitution which limits the length of time that a person may hold or occupy a public office.
By Amh Voices Apr. 9, 2026

The three-finger code: How Zanu PF orchestrated the hijacking of Zimbabwe’s constitutional future

These former liberation fighters, traditionally the bedrock of Zanu PF’s support, spoke out against  the proposed amendments, arguing that they betrayed the very principles they fought for.
By Nunurai Jena Apr. 5, 2026
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Chamisa fumes over Mnangagwa term chaos

Observers and opposition figures said the outreach meetings resembled Zanu PF district coordinating committee gatherings, with party youths allegedly dictating who could or could not speak.
By Miriam Mangwaya Apr. 3, 2026