Zanu-PF faces internal conflict over proposed congress postponement and President Mnangagwa's tenure extension

Opponents argue that extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa's tenure as party leader through this change could violate the party's constitution and establish a dangerous precedent. This push, originating from provincial structures ahead of the national people's conference in Chinhoyi in October, has reignited tensions over succession and internal democracy. Allegations have also surfaced regarding the use of money to secure support for resolutions backing the postponement.

The proposed changes are seen as potentially influencing how Zanu-PF aligns its internal leadership timetable with Constitution Amendment Act No 3, which extended Mnangagwa’s national term to 2030.