The decision was endorsed during the party’s annual conference on Saturday in the eastern city of Mutare. Delegates instructed the government to start drafting legislation to amend the Constitution, according to Justice Minister and ZANU-PF legal secretary Ziyambi Ziyambi.
President Mnangagwa, 83, is constitutionally scheduled to leave office in 2028 after completing two elected terms. Any extension would require a constitutional amendment and could involve a public referendum, legal experts say.
Delegates at the conference welcomed the motion with strong support, reflecting the party’s focus on continuity in leadership. While Mnangagwa did not comment on the extension during his closing remarks, party officials have indicated that the process will move forward through formal legislative channels.
The initiative comes amid discussions within ZANU-PF on leadership continuity and national development priorities. While supporters emphasise stability and long-term planning, opposition figures have indicated that any constitutional changes would face scrutiny and potential legal challenges in court.
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