Former members of opposition political parties have expressed strong support for the Constitutional Amendment Number Three Bill, arguing that the proposed reforms will reinforce national stability and accelerate Zimbabwe’s ongoing infrastructure development drive.
The returnees highlighted visible progress in housing, roads and major public works as a key factor shaping their decision to back the Bill, which they believe aligns with the country’s long-term development agenda.
One of the returnees, Paddington Japajapa, said the amendment is critical to achieving national goals under Vision 2030.
“As returnees, we are in full support of the Constitutional Amendment Number Three Bill, supporting what the Government is trying to achieve in NDS2 and Education 5.0, which will guide the country from birth to Vision 2030.
“The Constitution belongs to us, and we are in support of the 21 sections which are there to improve the nation,” he said.
Japajapa stressed that the legal framework must align with current policy directions that promote local participation in national development.
“I look at the Trabablas Interchange, which was executed by local contractors. We are developing our country with our own resources, and we are doing it as indigenous Zimbabweans.
“As long as indigenous entrepreneurs are given the opportunity, we can do it. The President has given everyone a chance to participate in the mainstream economy. The conducive environment has been created,” he said.
Last month, Parliament held public hearings nationwide to gather citizens’ views on the Constitutional Amendment Number Three Bill. The next step will see the proposed legislation brought before Parliament for debate as the consultation process moves forward.
