So, Mr. President, is your staying longer in power “best for the country”?

So, Mr. President, is your staying longer in power “best for the country”?

The rhetoric of political self-preservation has always been wrapped in the language of altruism. 

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MDC petitions ConCourt to nullify Mnangagwa term extension

MDC petitions ConCourt to nullify Mnangagwa term extension

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Coltart says latest constitutional amendment is ‘illegitimate’ and ‘illegal’

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Guebuza takes over presidency of SADC

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Zuma says “minor hitches” in draft constitution

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SA uses high-tech to protect rhinos

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MDC-T ‘agenda’ questioned over constitution confusion

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