The United Zimbabwe Alliance (UZA) has expressed strong opposition to the recently approved Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill, warning that it threatens the very foundations of democracy in the country. The Bill proposes significant changes, notably extending the presidential term from five to seven years and transferring the election of the president from a direct vote by citizens to a decision made by legislators. These changes, according to UZA, are not just procedural adjustments but constitute a direct assault on the country's democratic framework established in the 2013 Constitution.

UZA's secretary for information and media, Tadini Wenyika Masaya, highlighted that these proposed amendments represent a deliberate effort to dismantle the gains made since the adoption of the 2013 Constitution. By eroding the people's ability to directly elect their president, the Bill creates pathways for unaccountable governance and raises concerns about the future of participatory democracy in Zimbabwe. Masaya described the amendments as a 'clear and present danger' to the democratic values that the nation has sought to uphold.

The implications of this amendment extend beyond mere political structure; they reflect a deeper struggle within Zimbabwean politics regarding power, representation, and accountability. If enacted, these changes could significantly alter the political landscape, reducing public trust in governance and further entrenching the already existing power dynamics that prioritize legislative over popular consent. The UZA's outcry may mobilize public sentiment against such alterations, as citizens continue to advocate for their rights and democratic principles.