AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoConstitutional Crisis: Zimbabwe’s justice minister tabled CAB3 in Parliament to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term to 2030 and shift presidential elections to lawmakers, drawing fresh legal challenges from MPs and court action demanding a referendum. Retired Generals Push Back: A group of former military leaders and civil servants accused Mnangagwa and allies of using CAB3 for political gain, alleging manipulated consultations and a US$31 million influence fund. Climate Finance Gap: Government and ActionAid say Zimbabwe needs US$4.8bn by 2030 for climate commitments, but only US$35.4m is approved, urging reforms to make funding accountable and effective. Local Climate Action: Communities at a Settlement Climate Forum agreed to package adaptation plans into policy-ready proposals for Parliament and city committees. Energy and Industry: ZIE urged local engineers to drive industrialisation; WestProp installed a 1MW solar plant at Millennium Heights to cut grid reliance. Business and Regulation: IPEC cancelled Orchid Funeral Assurance’s licence and ordered policyholders to submit claims by June 30. Women in Manufacturing: China’s zero-tariff access for African states was touted as Zimbabwe women launch ZWIM to boost exports and value addition. Veld Fire Preparedness: Beitbridge launched its 2026 fire season campaign with firefighting equipment and training for wards.
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