Zimbabwe adopts constitutional reform extending presidential term to seven years

The Zimbabwean Senate has approved a reform changing the presidential term from five to seven years.

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This measure allows Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030 without a new election.

The reform, launched in February, also alters the presidential and legislative voting systems.

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