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Mnangagwa's ED2030 project gaining momentum
06 Dec 2024 at 16:35hrs | Views
Zanu-PF's bid to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's presidency beyond the constitutional limit of 2028 is reportedly gaining momentum, with party structures and affiliates rallying support for the proposal.
Mnangagwa, who is currently serving his second and final term as stipulated by the constitution, has repeatedly expressed no intention of staying in office beyond 2028. Despite this, calls within his party for an extension until 2030 have grown louder, backed by various Zanu-PF structures.
Over the weekend, Zanu-PF chairpersons from all 10 provinces gathered at President Mnangagwa's Precabe Farm in Kwekwe to endorse the initiative. The meeting reaffirmed their commitment to lobbying for a constitutional amendment or other legal instruments to enable the extension.
Zanu-PF spokesperson Chris Mutsvangwa highlighted the party's plan to promote Mnangagwa's achievements as part of the campaign:
"The party is preparing for the eventuality of implementing the 2030 resolution. This entails mass awareness of the sterling record of President Mnangagwa as a deliverer of rare calibre statesmanship."
Mutsvangwa dismissed concerns about succession planning, stating that the party's focus remains firmly on Mnangagwa's leadership:
"He will garner overwhelming membership support on merit and track record. His detractors are quaking, hoping to turn him into a lame-duck leader by foisting an incompetent successor."
For Mnangagwa to extend his term beyond 2028, the constitution would need to be amended. Zimbabwe's constitution limits presidents to two five-year terms. Any changes to these provisions would likely require a national referendum, a process fraught with legal and political hurdles.
Zanu-PF Harare provincial chairperson Goodwills Masimirembwa expressed confidence in the party's ability to navigate these challenges:
"Harare Province adopted the 2030 resolution together with other provinces. We remain in full support and look forward to the amendment of the constitution to enable His Excellency to continue serving beyond 2028."
Zanu-PF is set to hold an elective congress in 2027, where discussions around Mnangagwa's potential extension are expected to intensify. The harmonized elections scheduled for 2028 will serve as a crucial juncture for the party and the nation.
The proposal has sparked debate, with critics questioning the implications for Zimbabwe's democracy and governance. Constitutional experts warn that any amendment benefiting the incumbent could face significant resistance both domestically and internationally.
As the 2028 elections approach, the campaign to extend Mnangagwa's presidency is likely to remain a contentious issue, testing the resilience of Zimbabwe's constitutional framework and political institutions.
Mnangagwa, who is currently serving his second and final term as stipulated by the constitution, has repeatedly expressed no intention of staying in office beyond 2028. Despite this, calls within his party for an extension until 2030 have grown louder, backed by various Zanu-PF structures.
Over the weekend, Zanu-PF chairpersons from all 10 provinces gathered at President Mnangagwa's Precabe Farm in Kwekwe to endorse the initiative. The meeting reaffirmed their commitment to lobbying for a constitutional amendment or other legal instruments to enable the extension.
Zanu-PF spokesperson Chris Mutsvangwa highlighted the party's plan to promote Mnangagwa's achievements as part of the campaign:
"The party is preparing for the eventuality of implementing the 2030 resolution. This entails mass awareness of the sterling record of President Mnangagwa as a deliverer of rare calibre statesmanship."
Mutsvangwa dismissed concerns about succession planning, stating that the party's focus remains firmly on Mnangagwa's leadership:
For Mnangagwa to extend his term beyond 2028, the constitution would need to be amended. Zimbabwe's constitution limits presidents to two five-year terms. Any changes to these provisions would likely require a national referendum, a process fraught with legal and political hurdles.
Zanu-PF Harare provincial chairperson Goodwills Masimirembwa expressed confidence in the party's ability to navigate these challenges:
"Harare Province adopted the 2030 resolution together with other provinces. We remain in full support and look forward to the amendment of the constitution to enable His Excellency to continue serving beyond 2028."
Zanu-PF is set to hold an elective congress in 2027, where discussions around Mnangagwa's potential extension are expected to intensify. The harmonized elections scheduled for 2028 will serve as a crucial juncture for the party and the nation.
The proposal has sparked debate, with critics questioning the implications for Zimbabwe's democracy and governance. Constitutional experts warn that any amendment benefiting the incumbent could face significant resistance both domestically and internationally.
As the 2028 elections approach, the campaign to extend Mnangagwa's presidency is likely to remain a contentious issue, testing the resilience of Zimbabwe's constitutional framework and political institutions.
Source - pindula
