New Zimbabwe constitution drawn up by Mugabe and opposition allows for dictator to remain

Powerful allies in military, security services ensure survival

Mugabe may govern another 10 years: draft charter

AFP – Robert Mugabe — who has ruled Zimbabwe since independence nearly 33 years ago — may stay in power for another decade if he is reelected according to a new draft constitution. The new basic law, seen by AFP Monday, would limit presidential terms to 10 years and strip away presidential immunity.

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