CONSTITUTIONAL WATCH: Mhondoro-Ngezi Endorses Amendment No. 3 as Opposition Councillor Defects to ZANU PF
- Southerton Business Times
- 17 hours ago
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KADOMA – The campaign for Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 reached a significant milestone this weekend as ZANU-PF Mashonaland West concluded a week-long grassroots sensitization program. The outreach culminated in the high-profile defection of an opposition leader and widespread community endorsements across the Mhondoro-Ngezi district.
In a move that has sent ripples through the provincial political landscape, Ward 6 Councillor for Mhondoro-Ngezi, Mr. Obrian Rwafa, publicly announced his departure from the opposition to join the ruling party. Rwafa cited a thorough review of the Bill’s provisions and a desire for "developmental stability" as the primary drivers for his decision.
“I am leaving toxic opposition to follow the visionary leadership of President Mnangagwa,” Rwafa stated. “The Bill is progressive and meant to safeguard national interests. That is why I have chosen to support it.”
The provincial leadership, headed by Cde Mary Mliswa-Chikoka, characterized the outreach as a success, claiming that communities are now "well-informed" ahead of the official parliamentary public consultations.
The narrative being championed in the province focuses heavily on National Security and Economic Stability. Hon. Vangelis Haritatos, Deputy Minister of Lands and Agriculture, emphasized that the amendment is a logistical necessity for long-term project implementation.
“This proposed Bill is meant to ensure political stability and give us ample time to implement development projects that benefit our people,” Haritatos noted, echoing the "continuity" theme central to the Vision 2030 framework.
Residents attending the sessions in Mhondoro-Ngezi expressed satisfaction with the briefings:
Letwin Chawira highlighted that the Bill speaks directly to "peace and stability," which she described as the foundation for local livelihoods.
Biggie Chikowore noted strong youth support, viewing the amendment as a guarantee that current developmental programs will not be disrupted by electoral cycles.
As the process moves to the formal Parliamentary Public Consultations, authorities have issued strict conduct guidelines to ensure the sessions remain focused on the legislative text. Members of the public are strictly prohibited from:
Wearing party regalia or displaying political affiliation.
Donning security uniforms or military-style clothing.
Engaging in partisan disruptions during the testimony phase.
Mhondoro-Ngezi Amendment 3 endorsement
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