Zimbabwe Political Crisis: Senate Approves Controversial Constitution Extensions Amid ‘Constitutional Coup’ Claims.

The parliament of Zimbabwe building during legislative sessions.

Zimbabwe is on the verge of a major constitutional overhaul after the upper house of parliament voted overwhelmingly to extend presidential terms from five to seven years. The Zimbabwe Senate approved the amendments with a 75-4 majority on Wednesday, following its passage in the lower house last week. The changes will allow 83-year-old President Emmerson … Read more