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Mnangagwa shoots down push for third presidential term despite Zanu PF passing resolution to extend incumbency beyond 2028

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2 days ago

October 26, 2024

BY STAFF REPORTER

The ongoing Zanu PF Annual People’s Conference in Bulawayo has passed a resolution to perpetuate President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s rule beyond 2028 when his constitutionally permissible two terms come to an end.

However, the 82-year-old Zanu PF leader has declined the offer to remain at the helm of the party and State beyond the two-term cap.

The party’s secretary for legal affairs, Patrick Chinamasa made the announcement during a tense indaba this Saturday.

“I will read the resolution which all provinces passed and which was also supported by all thematic committees which sat yesterday and today…

“…this resolution appears in all the thematic committees and this is the resolution: that the President and first secretary of Zanu PF, His Excellency, Cde Dr Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term of office as President of the Republic of Zimbabwe and first secretary of Zanu PF be extended beyond 2028 to 2030,” said Chinamasa amid wild jubilation from the crowd.

“That the party and government set in motion the necessary amendments to the national Constitution so as to give effect to these resolutions,” said Chinamasa.

Chinamasa, however, emphasised that the octogenarian leader had turned down the prospects of violating the 2013 Constitution he helped author.

“His Excellency is saying l am a constitutionalist, and l have no intention of serving beyond 2028.

“This may come as sad news to you, but please don’t stone the message. Where we stand, distinguished guests, of all resolutions, there is one resolution which cannot be implemented without the express consent and agreement of His Excellency, President Cde Dr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa,” explained Chinamasa.

“On Monday, when he told me this, he said feel free to tell them you consulted me, which is what l am conveying to you this afternoon.

“So, we have our resolution, but we must understand coming from here, that it will not go anywhere because His Excellency is emphatic that when 2028 comes, he will not serve beyond that date.

“He is very emphatic that he had a hand in drafting and crafting of this Constitution and cannot be seen nationally and globally violating what he put in place,” said Chinamasa.

The latest development can be interpreted as victory for ambitious Vice President Constatino Chiwenga, whose faction was in recent months resisting the “2030 Mnangagwa Will Still Be in Office” slogan.

SOURCE: New Zimbabwe

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President Mnangagwa reiterates significance of ZANU PF meetings

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4 days ago

October 24, 2024

VicFallsLive

BY OWN CORRESPONDENT

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has emphasized the importance of ZANU PF meetings as platforms for shaping Zimbabwe’s future.

Addressing the 124th Session of the Central Committee, he stressed that these gatherings are not mere talk shows but critical decision-making forums.

“Our meetings are not talk shows. They are platforms where policies, directives, programmes and projects are crafted to transform the lives of the people of Zimbabwe,” President Mnangagwa said.

“The supremacy of the party over the government is a standing principle that compels us to ensure that resolutions made at the party level are reflected in government policies.”

He highlighted the upcoming 21st National People’s Conference as an opportunity for ZANU PF to rejuvenate and strengthen, positioning itself to deliver tangible results that improve the quality of life for Zimbabweans.

“The collective expectation is to see the party emerge rejuvenated, motivated, stronger, more united, and focused on realising the necessary results to improve the quality of life for our people,” President Mnangagwa said.

He urged party members to focus on implementing outstanding business from previous conferences, particularly the pertinent resolutions from the 20th National People’s Conference and the 7th National People’s Congress.

President Mnangagwa also emphasized ZANU PF’s deep-rooted connection to the country’s liberation struggle and the need to uphold its values and principles.

“The policies and projects enunciated at this conference must find their place in government plans. It is our duty to ensure that the decisions made here are fully executed by the central government,” he said.

The President called on ZANU PF leaders to remain steadfast and committed to serving the people of Zimbabwe, emphasizing that their actions must reflect the values of the party both in public and private spheres.

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Cabinet approves amendments to strengthen firearms act

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5 days ago

October 23, 2024

VicFallsLive

BY NOKUTHABA DLAMINI

The Ministry of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting on Tuesday announced that the Cabinet has approved amendments to the Firearms Act (Chapter 10:09) .

The goal is to strengthen regulations and ensure public safety.

The amendments will introduce psychological and training tests for firearm certificate applicants, establish age restrictions, regulate the number of firearms per person, create a database and registry, and specify penalties for offenses .

The Ministry stated, “Cabinet received a presentation on Principles to amend and strengthen the Firearms Act (Chapter 10:09) which was approved. The amendment seeks to regulate the registration and licensing of firearms, and the establishment of a firearms database and registry. The amendments will seek to, among other things; (a) introduce psychological and training tests before one is issued with a firearm certificate; (b) place age restriction on the possession of firearms (c) regulate the number of firearms per person and purpose; (d) provide for the profiling of all firearms for purposes of easy identification and tracing thereof; and (e) Specify the penalties for firearm offences, including the failure to properly secure firearms.”

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Seeking help, finding horror: 19-year-old raped by fake prophet

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6 days ago

October 22, 2024

VicFallsLive

BY WANDILE TSHUMA

A self-proclaimed prophet has been arrested for raping a 19-year-old girl who approached him seeking divine help.

The accused, Zireva Solomon, was taken into custody today, after the survivor came forward to report the crime.

The accused is a resident of Gwabalanda, and had been masquerading as a prophet, offering cleansing rituals and spiritual guidance to unsuspecting individuals.

According to the police report, the survivor had visited his residence on October 10, to deliver a white cloth for cleansing purposes.

The accused then instructed her to follow him to his shrine in Magwegwe North, where he prayed for her and then ordered her to lie on the white cloth with her eyes closed.

He then removed her pants and raped her twice without protection.

The survivor, traumatized and fearful, did not report the incident to anyone until yesterday, when she finally found the courage to go to the police and was arrested the next day and is currently facing charges of rape.

Police have warned the public about false prophets who prey on vulnerable individuals seeking spiritual guidance, emphasizing the importance of spiritual understanding and awareness to prevent such exploitation.