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Mnangagwa Extends Term to 2030, Shifts Election to Parliament

7/7/2026

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President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed a law that extends his term until 2030 after parliament approved it.
The legislation changes Zimbabwe’s election system so the president will be chosen by parliament instead of a direct popular vote.
Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana announced on X that the bill is now law.
ZANU-PF adopted a resolution to amend the constitution and extend presidential terms, a proposal the cabinet backed in February.

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President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed a law that extends his term until 2030 after parliament approved it.
The legislation changes Zimbabwe’s election system so the president will be chosen by parliament instead of a direct popular vote.
Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana announced on X that the bill is now law.
ZANU-PF adopted a resolution to amend the constitution and extend presidential terms, a proposal the cabinet backed in February.