A coalition of opposition groups in Zimbabwe says it will continue resisting a proposed constitutional amendment that could extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s rule, despite mounting reports of intimidation and violence. The amendment, approved by cabinet last month, has sparked growing concern among civil society organisations and political activists, who warn…
Zimbabwe on Monday began releasing nearly 4,000 prisoners under a Emmerson Mnangagwa-authorized presidential amnesty, part of an effort to ease overcrowding in the country’s prisons. The cabinet announced the decision in February, coinciding with approval of proposed constitutional changes that could extend President Mnangagwa’s term until 2030. The Clemency Order…
Harare, Zimbabwe – Zimbabweans are voicing strong opposition after the cabinet approved constitutional amendments that would extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s rule until 2030. The 83-year-old leader, who came to power in 2017 after a military-backed coup ousted Robert Mugabe, is now seeking to consolidate his grip on power through changes…
The Harare Provincial Magistrate’s Court on Thursday sentenced Robert Mugabe Jr., son of Zimbabwe’s late president, for possession of marijuana. Mugabe, 33, appeared before Magistrate Lisa Mutendereki and pleaded guilty to illegally possessing two grams of the drug. During his plea, Mugabe requested leniency, describing himself as a first-time offender,…