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Controversy Erupts As Tshabangu Labels Amendment Bill Critics \u201cEnemies\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
Tinashe Sambiri\u2013 Controversy has erupted following remarks by Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) Secretary General Sengezo Tshabangu ahead of the introduction of Constitutional Amendment Bill 3 (CAB 3), with critics accusing him of framing dissenting voices as enemies of the state.<\/p>\n
On Wednesday, Tshabangu speaking ahead of the Bill\u2019s first reading in Parliament, called for calm and unity among Zimbabweans, saying: \u201cAs we prepare for the introduction of CAB 3 for its 1st reading in Parly, I urge all peace-loving, patriotic and development minded Zimbabweans to uphold the prevailing peace in our God given nation.\u201d<\/p>\n
He further stated: \u201cThis is a time when we all need unity against enemies of our beloved Zimbabwe.\u201d<\/p>\n
However, the use of the term \u201cenemies\u201d has triggered a strong backlash from political observers and opposition supporters, who argue that such language risks delegitimising constitutional debate and branding critics of the amendment process as anti-national.<\/p>\n
Critics say the remarks are particularly sensitive given ongoing concerns surrounding CAB 3, which has already generated heated public discussion over its potential implications for governance, accountability, and democratic reforms.<\/p>\n
Some political commentators have accused Tshabangu of attempting to reframe opposition to the Bill as hostility toward the nation itself, a move they warn could deepen political polarisation at a time when consensus is needed on constitutional matters.<\/p>\n
As Parliament prepares to debate CAB 3, tensions continue to mount, with stakeholders divided over whether the process will strengthen national institutions or intensify existing political fault lines.<\/p>\n
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