Zimbabwe’s Parliament has successfully passed Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3 for a second time, adopting changes proposed by the Senate. This legislative move clears the way for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to sign the bill into law. The Bill, which was referred back to the National Assembly after the Senate suggested modifications to several clauses, introduces significant alterations to the country’s electoral and succession processes.
Key changes include assigning the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission the responsibility for overseeing presidential elections in Parliament and removing the automatic succession of a Vice-President in the event of a presidential vacancy. The amendment is set to extend President Mnangagwa’s term, originally due to expire in 2028, until 2030.
Key Players Involved
- President Emmerson Mnangagwa: Set to sign the Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3 into law, extending his presidential term until 2030.
- Zimbabwean Parliament: Passed the Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3 for a second time.
- Zimbabwe Electoral Commission: Will now oversee presidential elections in Parliament.
Event Timeline
- July 1, 2026: Zimbabwe’s Parliament passes Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3 for a second time after Senate changes.
- June 26, 2026: Zimbabwe’s Senate overwhelmingly passed the constitutional amendment extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term.
