Zimbabwe’s lower house of parliament has passed a controversial constitutional amendment bill that would extend the presidential term from five to seven years, a change that could allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in office until 2030.
More than 200 lawmakers voted in favor of the proposal on Thursday, surpassing the required two-thirds majority needed for constitutional amendments.
The bill also introduces a major political shift by proposing the abolition of direct presidential elections. Under the new system, future presidents would be selected by parliament rather than by popular vote. Continue Reading The Story By Clicking Here.
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