MDC-T Press Statement on Draft Constitution

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2012 July 28 16:10:25 | 2670 Views

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The MDC-T National Executive met today to receive a report and consider the draft Constitution concluded by the Parliamentary Select Committee and Management Committee of Copac.

After extensive deliberations, the executive committee was satisfied that the draft Constitution essentially captures the views of the people of Zimbabwe and represents an incremental gain in the democratisation process.

As such the executive committee resolved to support the draft Constitution and will recommend the same to national council of the party, which is scheduled to meet on Friday 3 August 2012.

The national executive noted that some of the positive aspects of this draft include;

The resolution of the question of citizenship by firstly, guaranteeing citizenship to Zimbabweans who were previously denied citizenship and secondly allowing dual citizenship to Zimbabweans by birth.

The establishment of foundations for strong democratic institutions that include; a stronger Parliament to effect checks and balances on the Executive while providing for a strong and accountable President and the creation of independent commissions including the gender commission.

The provision of comprehensive mechanisms for equal representation of women in Parliament through the Zebra system in the Upper House and provision of a quota in the Lower House.

An expanded and comprehensive Bill of Rights that guarantees equality of all persons and now provides for economic, social and cultural rights including the rights of children and workers.

The devolution of power to the provinces.

The establishment of the National Prosecution Authority and the Constitutional Court.

Freedom of the Press and Media.

Although there are some things that the MDC may have wanted included in the Constitution, the MDC respects the will of the people of Zimbabwe and the fact that some aspects of this Constitution had to be negotiated.

The party resolved that the people of Zimbabwe must be given opportunity to decide on the draft through a referendum.

Hon. Douglas Mwonzora

National Spokesperson

Source: MDC-T