Matabeleland Chiefs Laud Amendment Bill As “Progressive”

Chiefs from Matabeleland North and South have expressed their full support for the Constitutional Amendment (No. 3) Bill, 2026.

Speaking on the sidelines of a consultative meeting in Bulawayo on Thursday evening, Chiefs Council of Zimbabwe president, Chief Lucas Mtshane Khumalo, said the traditional leaders fully back the proposed changes.

Chief Khumalo described the Amendment Bill as a progressive measure designed to strengthen governance systems and promote national development. He said:

“As traditional leaders from Matabeleland North and South, we support the Amendment Bill because it seeks to consolidate gains made since Independence and ensures that governance systems continue to serve the interests of the people.

“We are the custodians of culture and grassroots governance, and it is our responsibility to ensure that our communities understand the provisions of the Bill and participate meaningfully in national processes.”

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