More CCC members back CAB3

More legislators from the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) have continued to voice support for the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill during ongoing debates in the National Assembly, adding momentum to a measure that could significantly reshape the country's governance framework.

During Wednesday's sitting, CCC Bulawayo Metropolitan Province youth quota representative Ms Sikhuphukile Dube said she supported the proposed reforms, including the extension of the presidential term and the introduction of parliamentary voting for the Head of State. She said her decision was guided by long-term considerations of institutional stability and future generations, arguing that the reforms were aimed at strengthening governance structures and promoting development-oriented leadership.

Ms Dube also commended Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi for bringing the Bill before Parliament, stating that the consultation process reflected broad public support for constitutional reform.

Other CCC legislators also expressed support for key provisions in the Bill. Masvingo proportional representation MP Ms Tsungirirai Rungwave said the amendments would ensure continuity in national development projects and help reduce the financial burden associated with frequent elections. Hwange West MP Mr Vusumuzi Moyo supported the proposal to return voter registration functions to the Registrar-General's Office, saying it would simplify the registration process for citizens.

Harare proportional representative MP Ms Juliana Makuvire said her constituency was in favour of allowing Parliament to elect the President, while also supporting the extension of the electoral cycle from five to seven years, arguing that it would reduce political tension and allow more time for development planning.

Manicaland proportional representation legislator Ms Samantha Mureyani had earlier also backed the Bill, particularly the shift toward parliamentary selection of the President. Meanwhile, CCC Budiriro North MP Ms Susan Matsunga praised government development initiatives under President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration, saying they were improving livelihoods in her constituency.

The growing support from some opposition MPs has been noted as a significant development in the parliamentary debate, which continues to attract national attention due to the far-reaching implications of the proposed constitutional amendments.