Bid launched to extend Zimbabwe president's term in office

Seven-year term
Legal challenges are likely as constitutional experts argue a referendum is needed if term limits are changed - and also point out that such amendments cannot benefit a sitting president.
Shingai NyokaHarare
  • 2 Hours Ago - 2026-02-12 00:05:00
BBC Zimbabwe's cabinet has approved draft legislation that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa, 83, to extend his stay in office until at least 2030. Presidents would be cho
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