Also known as: President Emmerson Mnangagwa · President Mnangagwa · Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa
President of Zimbabwe, featured in coverage of proposed legislation extending presidential term limits to 2030.
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The Namibian
President Emmerson Mnangagwa previously described himself as a constitutionalist and pledged to respect term limits
“The president had previously described himself as a constitutionalist and pledged to respect term limits.”
Zimbabwe MPs pass bill to extend president’s time in powerThe Namibian
President Emmerson Mnangagwa promised to pay white farmers for infrastructure and improvements to land ($3.5bn)
“Mnangagwa, as part of his mission to reform Zimbabwe's tarnished reputation following the toppling of Mugabe, promised to pay the white farmers for infrastructure and improvements to the land – a package that came to $3.5bn (£3bn).”
Will Trump help or hinder Zimbabwe's white farmers in their compensation battle?The Namibian
President Emmerson Mnangagwa came to power in 2017 after a military coup ousted Robert Mugabe
“Mnangagwa, who first came to power in 2017 after a military coup ousted long-time leader Robert Mugabe, won a presidential election the next year and a second term in 2023 – though the results were disputed.”
Bid launched to extend Zimbabwe president's term in office to 2030The Namibian
President Emmerson Mnangagwa is allowed by approved draft legislation to extend stay in office until at least 2030
“Zimbabwe's cabinet has approved draft legislation that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa, 83, to extend his stay in office until at least 2030.”
Bid launched to extend Zimbabwe president's term in officeThe Namibian
Emmerson Mnangagwa replaced former President Mugabe
“Mugabe Sr was replaced by his former right-hand man Emmerson Mnangagwa.”
Robert Mugabe's son appears in court on drug chargeThe Namibian
President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed into law a contentious bill requiring motorists to buy radio licence before acquiring vehicle insurance
“Zimbabwe's president, Emmerson Mnangagwa, has signed into law a contentious bill that requires all motorists to buy a radio licence before acquiring vehicle insurance.”
Anger as Zimbabwean president approves new radio levy for motoristsThe Namibian
Emmerson Mnangagwa bid to extend his rule to 2030
“Zimbabwean president Emmerson Mnangagwa's bid to extend his rule to 2030 has taken a dramatic turn.”
Mnangagwa dangles landas MP loyalty ‘bait’The Namibian
Zimbabwean president Emmerson Mnangagwa stated that Nujoma's death is a significant loss for the region
“Mnangagwa, who is also the chairperson of Sadc, stated that Nujoma's death is a significant loss not only for Namibia, but for the entire region.”
Regional leaders bid farewell to NujomaThe Namibian
Zimbabwean president Emmerson Mnangagwa attended founding president Sam Nujoma's funeral
“Zimbabwean president Emmerson Mnangagwa was among those in attendance of founding president Sam Nujoma's funeral in Windhoek on Saturday.”
Sam Nujoma's Funeral in ImagesThe Namibian
Zimbabwe's president Emmerson Mnangagwa said Nujoma was a towering figure of liberation and champion of African independence
“Zimbabwe's president, Emmerson Mnangagwa, said Nujoma was a towering figure on the continent.”
African leaders remember NujomaZimbabwe's lower house passed legislation extending presidential terms from five to seven years and scrapping direct presidential elections in favour of parliamentary selection, allowing president Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030. The bill, backed by 216 of 258 voting lawmakers, now moves to the senate and is expected to be enacted.
21 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Zimbabwe's lower house passed legislation extending presidential terms from five to seven years and scrapping direct presidential elections in favour of parliamentary selection, allowing president Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030. The bill, backed by 216 of 258 voting lawmakers, now moves to the senate and is expected to be enacted.
21 June 2026 · The Namibian →
President Cyril Ramaphosa met with wealthy Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, who is wanted in South Africa for alleged money laundering, during a visit to Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa's private farm. Ramaphosa's spokesperson said the president did not know in advance that Chivayo would be present at the informal meeting.
7 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Zimbabwean white farmers whose land was seized during Robert Mugabe's rule are seeking help from Donald Trump's administration to recover $3.5 billion in unpaid compensation promised by President Mnangagwa, leveraging the US interest in Zimbabwe's rare-earth mineral deposits and the Trump administration's previous support for white farmers in South Africa. Some farmer groups have hired a Washington lobby firm with Trump administration ties to promote the compensation through US government support for debt relief and international financing, though the farming community remains divided on the strategy and some fear worsening relations between Washington and Harare.
16 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Zimbabwe's cabinet has approved draft legislation allowing President Emmerson Mnangagwa to serve until at least 2030 by extending presidential terms from five years to two seven-year terms, with presidents chosen by parliament rather than direct vote. Constitutional experts warn a referendum is required for such changes and that amendments cannot benefit a sitting president, and legal challenges are expected.
11 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Zimbabwe's cabinet has approved draft legislation that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in office until at least 2030 by extending term limits from five to seven years and allowing two consecutive terms instead of one. Constitutional experts argue a referendum is required and point out such changes cannot benefit a sitting president.
11 February 2026 · The Namibian →