Mayor Coltart condemns Biti arrest

Bulawayo Mayor David Coltart has condemned the arrest of Constitution Defenders Forum member Tendai Biti, who was reportedly detained in Mutare for speaking out against Constitutional Amendment No. 3.

Coltart said he was deeply disturbed by the arrest of his long‑time colleague.

"I condemn the arrest and detention this afternoon in Mutare of my long‑standing friend, fellow lawyer and former Cabinet Minister Tendai Biti," he said.

"His crime? Speaking out against Constitutional Amendment Bill 3! Why is Zanu PF so paranoid about pushing these amendments through using such illegal, authoritarian and unconstitutional means?"

Coltart said the ruling party's actions show that it is aware it does not enjoy the support of the majority of Zimbabweans.