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Zimbabwe Senate Approves Presidential Term Extension

Updated 2026-06-25 16:25 UTC 1 source Negative

The Zimbabwean senate has approved extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term, sparking opposition claims of a constitutional coup. The move is seen as tightening the president's grip on power.

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The Guardian
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2026-06-25 15:55 UTC
The Guardian
Opposition figures fear changes will further tighten 83-year-old President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s hold on powerZimbabwe is on the brink of amending its constitution to give the president more time in office, a change the government said will bring stability – but which opponents have labelle
2026-06-25 16:04 UTC
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