CAB3 hearings fail democratic test, election watchdog says
THE Election Resource Centre Africa (ERC Africa) has added its voice to growing concerns over public hearings on the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill No 3 (CAB3),
By Nunurai Jena
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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.
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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
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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
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‘The People’ now talking in a big way!
The bottom-line is that the consultation process provided for in the Party’s selective understanding of the law has been carried out.
By Muckraker
Apr. 2, 2026
Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 in Zimbabwe: Key criticisms and democratic concerns
Critics argue that the bill directly attacks the democratic principle of "one man, one vote."
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CAB3 drama: Uniform calls for 10-year term raise questions
In Kazangarare, the process allegedly went further, with some individuals removed from speaking queues if suspected of opposing the bill.
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Live blog: Day 3 of Constitutional Amendment Bill 3 hearing
Opposition leaders announced they were boycotting ongoing public hearings on the Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3), citing violence, intimidation
By Newsday
Apr. 1, 2026
Opposition to boycott CAB3 hearings after violence, intimidation.
Journalists were also targetted, with the Zanu PF youths blocking them from leaving the venue and demanding that they delete footage from cellphones and cameras.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 1, 2026
