Beyond legal question: Referendum as a democratic, political, decolonial act
In post-colonial thought, a people’s vote carries deeper meaning. A referendum marks the point at which citizens move from being subjects of power to its source.
By Phillan Zamchiya
4h ago
History often repeats itself, sometimes very badly
They are viewed as appendages of their former colonisers. That is only if they are lucky to survive. Many had their homes burnt down and were forced to leave the country.
By Harry Wilson
5h ago
Violence rocks CAB3 hearings
Opposition figures present included Tendai Biti, Fadzayi Mahere, Jameson Timba and constitutional law expert Lovemore Madhuku.
Rowdy Zanu PF youths shut down Harare constitutional amendments hearing
Journalists were trapped inside the venue, with some youths demanding the deletion of recorded footage.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Mar. 31, 2026
Live Blog: Public consultations on the Constitutional Amendment Bill No 3, rowdy youths take over City Sports Centre, and assault opposition figures
Part of the crowd attending Public consultations on the Constitutional Ammendment Bill No 3 in Patchway.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Mar. 31, 2026
Street protests loom after CAB hearings farce
Critics allege the outreach meetings have been dominated by Zanu PF supporters, with Parliament accused of sidelining dissenting voices.
By Blessed Mhlanga
Mar. 31, 2026
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Citizens cry foul as chaos mars CAB3 hearings
THE proposed Constitutional Amendment No 3 Bill (CAB3) public hearings descended into chaos across the country
ZANU-PF and the culture of blame
Following electoral losses, opposition supporters were blamed for undermining the ruling party. What followed was a wave of violence that shocked the conscience of the nation
By Jacob Mutisi
Mar. 30, 2026
Editorial Comment: Constitutional integrity must prevail
For any constitutional amendment to hold legitimacy, the process must be more than a mere box-ticking exercise; it must be a genuine reflection of the people's will.
By The Standard
Mar. 29, 2026
