Mukungunugwa Unleashes Fierce Attack on Rights Commission Over Bill No. 3 – Eduzim News

Tinashe Sambiri– Zanu PF-linked online activist Cleopas Mukungunugwa has launched a sharp attack on the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission following its criticism of the Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 public hearings.

Posting on Facebook on Tuesday morning, Mukungunugwa dismissed the Commission’s analysis, accusing it of bias and aligning with opposition narratives.

“I have just finished reading the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission’s analysis of Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3, and I must say it reads like opposition propaganda, not objective legal assessment,” he said.

He further criticised the Commission for referencing international frameworks, arguing that it undermines national sovereignty. “The analysis repeatedly cites foreign NGOs and international instruments as if Zimbabwe’s own Constitution were not enough, revealing a troubling deference to external agendas over our national sovereignty,” he added.

Mukungunugwa defended the proposed amendments, claiming they are designed to improve governance and stability in the country. “This Bill strengthens our democracy by reducing disruptive election cycles, consolidating voter registration under the Registrar-General for efficiency, and introducing a parliamentary presidential selection model that builds consensus over populism,” he said.

He also argued that provisions allowing the President to appoint expert senators and restructuring commissions would enhance efficiency. “Allowing the President to appoint expert senators improves governance, while merging the Gender Commission into the ZHRC avoids duplication without diminishing women’s rights,” he said.

On judicial and security matters, Mukungunugwa maintained that there was no cause for alarm. “Judicial appointments remain consultative, the Defence Forces’ mandate is merely clarified, and restoring traditional leaders’ political rights simply treats them as equal citizens – any code of conduct will be set by Parliament,” he said.

He concluded by insisting that public sentiment supports the Bill. “Public hearings across the country have shown overwhelming support from ordinary Zimbabweans who want stability and development over endless opposition complaints. This Bill is lawful, necessary, and fully aligned with the 2013 Constitution. Parliament should pass it without hesitation.”

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