Mnangagwa Signs CAB3 Into Law: Critics Call It a Power Grab

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has signed the Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3) into law, a move critics say concentrates power in the executive and undermines democracy. The bill, pushed by ZANU-PF through parliament, was widely expected to become law despite public opposition.

In a scathing analysis, commentator Samuel Musarika called CAB3 ‘a power grab dressed in legal clothing’ and accused ZANU-PF of treating the constitution as an inconvenience. He warned that the amendment weakens the people’s voice and converts national sovereignty into a parliamentary transaction.

The passage of CAB3 has raised concerns about Zimbabwe’s commitment to the rule of law and its impact on investor confidence. Economic analysts predict that the constitutional changes will deter foreign investment, as they signal that power matters more than rules. Zimbabwe already faces high debt and currency challenges.

Musarika also criticized public apathy, noting that citizens failed to engage in political education and opposition. ‘CAB3 is not only a ZANU-PF theft. It is also a gift from public apathy,’ he wrote. The law is now in effect, and critics warn of further economic and political pressure ahead.

Article and image source: thezimbabwedaily.com