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Zimbabwe: I Won't Be Swayed to Extend My Term

President Mnangagwa confirmed he will adhere to his two-term limit, which concludes in 2028, stating he won't be swayed by calls to extend it to 2030.
He noted that those advocating for an extension are exercising their democratic rights, but he remains committed to the Constitution.
During a meeting with media editors, Mnangagwa emphasized, "I will persuade the persuaders not to persuade me so that I remain constitutional."
He reiterated that his party Zanu PF and the country will elect his successor when his term ends.

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Zimbabwe: I Won't Be Swayed to Extend My Term

President Mnangagwa has reaffirmed his commitment to observe his two-term limit of office that is expected to end in 2028, saying he will not be swayed by current efforts being made to extend the tenure to 2030.

4 days ago·South Africa

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SABC News

Mnangagwa reiterates intention to step down in 2028 - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa's news leader.

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3 days ago

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Mbare Times

President Mnangagwa rules out 3rd term amid party pressure

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reiterated his commitment to stepping down at the end of his second term in 2028, despite growing calls within the ruling Zanu-PF party for constitutional amendments to extend his tenure. Speaking at the Inaugural Meet-The-Editors Session in Harare, Mnangagwa made it clear that he would abide by the Constitution and facilitate a smooth leadership transition when the time comes. “I have my two terms, an…

3 days ago

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The Zambian Observer

Mnangagwa Rules Out 2030 Vision, Vows to Step Down After Serving 2 Terms - The Zambian Observer

President Mnangagwa Rules Out 2030 Vision, Vows to Step Down After Serving 2 Terms President Emmerson Mnangagwa has firmly stated that he will not extend his term beyond the limits stipulated by the Constitution. He reaffirmed his commitment to govern strictly within its bounds. President Mnangagwa Rules Out Extending His Term Beyond Constitutional LimitsSpeaking during […] The post Mnangagwa Rules Out 2030 Vision, Vows to Step Down After Servin…

4 days ago·Zambia

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Zimbabwe Situation

Mnangagwa’s assurances on term extension are devoid of meaning and credibility - Zimbabwe Situation

Source: Mnangagwa’s assurances on term extension are devoid of meaning and credibility So, the political games continue. Tendai Ruben Mbofana Today’s pronouncement by President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s that he will “operate within the confines of the Constitution and not go beyond his stipulated term in office” should not be mistaken for a definitive rejection of attempts to extend his stay in power. In fact, if anything, his words are an exerci…

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CAJ News Africa

Mnangagwa rules out divisive term extension - CAJ News Africa

from MARCUS MUSHONGA in Harare, ZimbabweZimbabwe BureauHARARE, (CAJ News) – PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has reiterated that he will not govern in Zimbabwe beyond his second term. This position eases the anxiety in the country as well the tensions within the ruling Zimbabwe African National Union- Patriotic Front (ZANU-PF). A section of the governing party has been advocating for Mnangagwa to extend his second and final term, which ends in 2028,…

4 days ago·South Africa

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