HARARE, Jun. 3 (NewsDay Live) — Zimbabwe’s police on Wednesday warned individuals and groups opposed to Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3) against inciting violence or public disorder as Parliament continues debating the controversial legislation.
In a statement, police said they expected Zimbabweans to maintain peace and uphold the law during deliberations on the proposed constitutional amendments.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police expects peace and the general maintenance of law and order to be observed by Zimbabweans,” the statement said.
Police warned that authorities would act against “individuals, groups or syndicates” accused of inciting violence or issuing threats through social media platforms.
The warning comes as opposition to CAB3 intensifies, with civil society organisations, constitutional experts and opposition politicians arguing that the proposed amendments could weaken democratic governance and concentrate power in the executive.
The ZRP said any attempts to mobilise citizens to revolt against the government, destroy property, disrupt traffic or cause public alarm would be met with firm action.
“The Zimbabwe Republic Police is on high alert to ensure that Zimbabweans continue to enjoy the safety and security obtaining in the country,” the statement said.
The latest warning follows a series of legal and political challenges to the Bill, which remains one of the most contentious constitutional reform proposals in recent years. Critics have called for wider public consultation and, in some cases, a national referendum before any changes are enacted.
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