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Zimbabwe MPs pass bill to extend president's time in power

Zimbabwe MPs pass bill to extend president's time in power
BBC World Friday 19 June 2026, 08:03 UTC 1 min read
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The proposal would extend Emmerson Mnangagwa's term by two years and scrap direct presidential elections.

The proposal would extend Emmerson Mnangagwa's term by two years and scrap direct presidential elections.
Zimbabwe (LOCATION) Emmerson Mnangagwa's (ORG)
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