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Published on 2024-02-19 11:06:11
MDC-T President Douglas Mwonzora has publicly spoken out against Zanu PF members in Masvingo Province for their push to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term in office, calling their actions retrogressive and irresponsible. Mwonzora took to Twitter on Monday to express his disapproval of any discussions about extending Mnangagwa’s presidency, urging Zanu PF activists to respect the constitution and refrain from such talks.
“Any talk about extending the term of office of the current president is totally irresponsible and retrogressive. Zimbabwe is a constitutional democracy. We must respect and adhere to our constitution,” Mwonzora emphasized in his tweet.
Additionally, former Tourism minister Walter Mzembi criticized proponents of Mnangagwa’s third term, equating their actions to the mistakes of the G40 cabal. In a separate statement, he said, “Vapfana ava vabatwa nemweya weG40 ! Kuita kugarwa nayo kuti zete.”
Brighton Mutebuka, a legal expert based in the United Kingdom, also weighed in on the matter, expressing skepticism about Mnangagwa’s chances of succeeding in his quest for a life presidency. Mutebuka noted the historical patterns of political transitions and the challenges Mnangagwa may face in consolidating power.
“In the end, I do not think ED will succeed in his quest for a life presidency. History has got a funny way of repeating itself! He simply faces too many obstacles & he is dealing with adversaries who know him very well & also have ties in the belly of the very same regime he is a part of, some of Lacoste v G40 part 2 but this time with a slightly younger version of Bob!,” said Mutebuka.
The conversation about President Mnangagwa’s potential third term has garnered attention and criticism from various figures within and outside of Zimbabwe. However, the prevailing sentiment among Mwonzora, Mzembi, and Mutebuka is the rejection of the idea, citing constitutional principles and historical precedents as key reasons for their opposition.
As the discourse around this issue continues, it remains to be seen how it will impact the political landscape in Zimbabwe and whether Zanu PF activists will heed Mwonzora’s call to uphold the constitution and avoid any discussions about extending Mnangagwa’s term in office. The public responses from these influential figures reflect a growing awareness and concern about the state of democracy and constitutional governance in the country.
Amidst these developments, it is evident that the debate over President Mnangagwa’s tenure has sparked strong reactions and brought attention to the values of democratic governance in Zimbabwe. The coming months will likely see further discussions and debates on this important issue, shaping the future of the nation’s political landscape.
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