Zimbabwe’s political landscape is abuzz following statements from Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi, who affirmed that the country’s constitution is not ‘sacrosanct’ and will be amended to allow for the extension of the presidential term beyond 2028. This declaration, made on September 5, 2026, signals a significant administrative and public affairs shift within the Southern African nation. The proposed amendment is expected to pave the way for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to potentially seek an extended tenure, a move that is likely to spark considerable debate both domestically and internationally.
Key Players Involved
- Ziyambi Ziyambi: Zimbabwe’s Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister, who confirmed the government’s intention to amend the constitution.
- President Emmerson Mnangagwa: The current President of Zimbabwe, whose term could be extended by the proposed constitutional changes.
Event Timeline
- September 5, 2026: Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi publicly announced that the Zimbabwean constitution would be amended to allow for an extension of the presidential term.
