Douglas Shumba

Village Preacher
Politician
Pan African

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@antomukuwa So was he supposed to cry 😢?

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@CFC_OBED Was he supposed to cry 😢 ?

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@LynneStactia So pakupinda chikomana Nigel here mmmmmm hazvipere mushe.

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@bbmhlanga @DougColtart But you are running away from my question. Does it then follow that all good lawyers who know this are in opposition only. Why is it that lawyers in ZanuPF do not go out of their way to represent opposition activists or members?

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@bbmhlanga @DougColtart I hear you Dhara..but I don't understand the logic are there no lawyers in ZanuPF. Is it not justice just to let them tier each other just the same way they let us deal with our fights.

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@matinyarare Rutendo do what you can to make money, you have always supported ZanuPF, you share a lot with them and are more inclined to ZanuPF than the the opposition. So I'm wondering why pple are angry , ndedzemudanga ZanuPF is your home . Ini I didn't expect much from you

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@FreeMyZimbabwe @Mafrondo2 Lillian Timvos

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@TembaMliswa Why do you always think the passing away of a ZanuPF member is always a loss to the nation ?

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@RexMidzi Elder Rex , ndirikuda kutoziva kuti what is to rest in power?

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@CMukungunugwa 2030 kure vakomana

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@nickmangwana This should be a reminder to you guys to go good with the little time you have . You don't live forever munozongoenda one one like this. Siyai tsika yenyu yekutsvinyira vanhu

[Change Radio @ChangeRadioZW]

List of Tshabangu's CCC MPs Who "sold out" Supported Zanu PF in Constitutional Amendment Bill No.3

The above attached list contains the names of Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) Members of Parliament affiliated with the Sengezo Tshabangu faction who voted in favour of the Constitutional Amendment Bill No.3 (CAB3) in Parliament today. These legislators will be recorded in history as opposition MPs who chose to side with the ruling Zanu PF party in undermining the 2013 Constitution—a document that was crafted to safeguard democratic governance and the will of the Zimbabwean people. Their decision to support the Bill has drawn sharp criticism from civil society, constitutional experts, and ordinary citizens who view the amendments as a betrayal of the mandate they received from voters.

*On the above list, check if your Member of Parliament is among those who voted to extend presidential and parliamentary terms*.

The National Assembly passed Constitutional Amendment Bill No.3 today after 216 out of 258 legislators voted in favour of the Bill. The Bill sailed through with well over the required two-thirds majority of 187 votes. The decisive boost came from 35 CCC MPs who voted alongside the ruling party, helping secure one of the most controversial constitutional changes in recent years. Only 42 legislators opposed the Bill. The Bill will now proceed to the Senate, where Zanu PF is widely expected to command sufficient support to secure its passage.

CAB3 introduces sweeping changes to Zimbabwe's governance framework. It seeks to extend the terms of office of the President, Members of Parliament, and councillors from five to seven years. If adopted, the changes would effectively extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's current term by two years, taking it to 2030. The Bill also proposes abolishing the direct election of the President by the electorate in favour of a parliamentary ballot system where the President is elected by members of the National Assembly and Senate sitting jointly. Supporters argue that indirect presidential elections could encourage coalition-building, reduce costly and divisive election campaigns, and create opportunities for candidates from smaller ethnic and regional groups to attain national leadership through parliamentary consensus. They also contend that a longer electoral cycle would provide governments with greater policy continuity and create a more predictable environment for investment, economic planning, and long-term development programmes. Critics, however, argue that the amendments risk concentrating political power, weakening direct democratic accountability, and potentially benefiting incumbent political actors. Opposition legislators have maintained that extending the electoral cycle would effectively prolong the tenure of the current administration and Parliament, raising concerns about constitutional safeguards designed to prevent incumbents from benefiting from amendments to the governing framework.

Before the final vote, the government agreed to withdraw two of the most contentious provisions contained in the original Bill. Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi confirmed that proposals to merge the Zimbabwe Gender Commission with the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission had been abandoned following recommendations from Parliament's Joint Committee and overwhelming opposition from legislators. The government also dropped provisions that would have allowed traditional leaders to participate in partisan politics. Critics had argued that chiefs must remain politically neutral because of their constitutional role in administering customary law and serving as custodians of communal governance structures. The concessions were viewed as rare victories for parliamentary scrutiny during a constitutional amendment process that has otherwise generated significant political controversy. Despite those concessions, the core provisions of the Bill remain intact.

The Tshabangu-led faction had previously indicated it would not automatically support the Bill and suggested it was seeking concessions before deciding its position. CCC interim national spokesperson Nqobizitha Mlilo urged party legislators to engage in constructive and respectful debate despite differing views on the Bill, and called for broader political dialogue, urging Zanu PF to make concessions that enable what he described as "broad-based agreement" on constitutional reform. Tshabangu also signalled that the constitutional amendments "must lead to the establishment of a Government of National Consensus". However, the faction ultimately threw its weight behind CAB3, with observers saying it has exposed its true political allegiance as a proxy for the ruling Zanu PF party. The CCC reportedly halted its active opposition to the Bill to enter negotiations with Zanu PF. Political analysts argue that Tshabangu's latest moves confirm long-standing suspicions regarding his actions.

Fresh allegations of cash-for-votes have surfaced, with claims that some opposition legislators were paid to support the proposed constitutional changes. Sources familiar with developments alleged that some CCC legislators received up to US$10,000 each in exchange for backing provisions contained in the Bill. The allegations have not been independently verified. Sources alleged that the payments were distributed through a senior figure associated with the faction led by Tshabangu. The allegations have further fuelled public outrage and deepened suspicions about the integrity of the legislative process.

There are 12 opposition Members of Parliament who did not attend today's parliamentary session. Change Radio will publish the list of these absent MPs in due course. The critical question remains: why did these Members of Parliament choose to snub Parliament at such a crucial moment? Some reports suggest that CCC Chief Whip Charles Moyo—appointed by self-styled CCC secretary-general Sengezo Tshabangu—deliberately sidelined MPs opposed to the Bill by excluding them from the list of lawmakers scheduled to debate the proposed legislation. Opposition legislators have accused Moyo of working with Zanu PF to facilitate the passage of the constitutional amendments. Tensions flared after opposition MPs claimed that MPs critical of the Bill had been omitted from the official speaking list, effectively denying them an opportunity to air their objections during debate.

[Thabani Mpofu @adv_fulcrum]

The vote taken today in Parliament is tainted by the participation of that human being who publicly received funds and certain inducements in exchange for casting this vote. A little leaven leavens the whole lump. Makunyiwe.

[David Coltart @DavidColtart]

A league of dishonourable men and women who have betrayed those who elected them.

[Lynette Karenyi-Kore @KarenyiKore]

We gave it our very best. History has been written.I stood with the people, remained true to my convictions, and fought a good fight for what I believe is right. While outcomes may differ, our commitment to democracy, accountability,&the voices of our citizens remains unwavering.

[LynneM 💕💝💎 @LynneStactia]

Thank you to all the progressive members of Parliament who voted “No” 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🫶🇿🇼

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@matinyarare @KMutisi @LynneStactia We saw what you on sanctions, we see what you are doing with CAB3 but we never saw you doing anything about Geza , so was wondering how you claim to have dealt with Geza. Do you take credit for the end of Geza ?

[Douglas Shumba @DToruvanda]

@matinyarare @KMutisi @LynneStactia How did you deal with Geza ? Varume