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News / NationalFreedom Alliance Joins Forces to Oppose ZANU-PF’s 2030 Term Extension Agendaby Stephen Jakes37 mins ago |47ViewsBULAWAYO – Opposition party Freedom Alliance (FA) has declared its intention to unite with other progressive forces to resist ZANU-PF’s controversial push to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term beyond the constitutional limit of 2028.In a strongly worded statement, FA National Chairman Mqondisi Ndebele condemned the proposed constitutional amendment as a “mutilation of the constitution for personal gain,” warning that it threatens Zimbabwe’s democratic foundations.“It has been a long time since the 2030 agenda began raising alarm across the political divide,” Ndebele said.
“The disadvantages of extending the lifespan of the current Parliament and presidency have been well argued. We stand firmly against this.”Ndebele also used the moment to highlight what he described as longstanding marginalisation of the Mthwakazi people. He drew parallels between the current constitutional debate and the state’s refusal to recognise the Ndebele monarchy, despite allowing other traditional leaders to operate with government support.“When preparations to crown a Ndebele king were nearly complete, we were told the constitution does not provide for a king,” he said.
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