Jameson Z. Timba

We welcome the Catholic Bishops’ pastoral message on Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 and commend their courage in speaking truth to power. The moment now calls for action. The Church must stand with citizens to defend the Constitution. DCP stands ready to work together. #CitizensFirst

Weakening of Independent Institutions 6. A healthy democracy requires checks and balances. The proposed changes risk turning independent pillars into partisan instruments: • The Judiciary and Prosecution: Increasing presidential control over the appointment of judges and the Prosecutor-General risks political influence and undermines public trust in justice. • Electoral Integrity: Transferring responsibilities such as delimitation and the voters’ roll away from the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) to less independent bodies dilutes the transparency required for free and fair elections. • Partisanship of Traditional Leaders: Permitting Chiefs to act in a partisan manner fundamentally alters their role as unifying community leaders and combined with more presidential appointees, grants the Executive dominance over the Senate. A Direct Appeal to Our Leaders: Heed Your Conscience 7. To our Honourable Members of Parliament and Senators, we speak with deep respect and fraternal concern. You bear a sacred duty before God and the nation: to govern for the common good, not personal or partisan gain. Pressures — be they bribes, threats, or promises — may tempt you, but hear Christ’s call: “Do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul; rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell” (Mt 10:28). 8. Chokwadi chinokunda/ iqiniso liyanqoba — truth prevails. Let conscience guide you: reject any change that silences the people. History will judge whether you safeguarded their voice or betrayed it. Choose integrity, for “love does no wrong to a neighbour; therefore, love is the fulfilling of the law” (Rom 13:10). For the True Common Good, Return to the People 9. If these amendments genuinely serve the nation’s welfare, let the people affirm them. Matters of such gravity demand transparency, wide consultation, and, where required, a referendum — honouring the Constitution’s own protections. The common good is not imposed from above; it emerges when all contribute, in solidarity and subsidiarity. The Constitution belongs to every Zimbabwean; it must remain in their hands. A Call to All Citizens 10. This is a moment for prayerful responsibility, not fear or strife. Stay informed, speak wisely, and act peacefully. Embody truth, justice, and mutual respect —values that transcend creed and unite us as one people. Conclusion 11. Our choices today shape tomorrow. Future generations will ask: Did we defend the people’s voice? May we answer with conviction: yes, we stood for truth and the common good. 12. We commend Zimbabwe to Almighty God: Grant our leaders, wisdom to serve justly, strengthen us in unity, peace, and courage. May Your steadfast love be upon us, even as we hope in You (Ps 33:22). The peace of Christ be with you all. ✠ Rt. Rev. Raymond Mupandasekwa, C.Ss.R., Bishop of Masvingo & Administrator of Chinhoyi Diocese – ZCBC President ✠ Rt. Rev. Rudolf Nyandoro, Bishop of Gweru – ZCBC Vice President ✠ Rt. Rev. Raphael M. M. Ncube, Bishop of Hwange — ZCBC Secretary & Treasurer ✠ Most Rev. R. C. Ndlovu, Archbishop of Harare ✠ Most Rev. Alex Thomas, S.V.D., Archbishop of Bulawayo ✠ Rt. Rev. Paul Horan, O. Carm., Bishop of Mutare ✠ Rt. Rev. Eusebius J. Nyathi, Bishop of Gokwe.

Government cannot hide behind the Iran war. The entire SADC faced the same shock — yet Zimbabwe alone imposed a 39% increase. Why? Because fuel has become a taxation tool for a corrupt system. You cannot tax your way out of incompetence and cartel-driven economics

🔴THE Jameson Timba-led Defend the Constitution Platform (DCP) has engaged regional and international bodies over Zimbabwe’s controversial constitutional reforms, escalating pressure for citizens to have a direct say in changes to the nation’s supreme law. newsday.co.zw/local-news/art…

The Defend the Constitution Platform has officially launched the national petition “One Million VOICES FOR THE CONSTITUTION.” Zimbabweans at home and in the diaspora are invited to sign and demand that any fundamental changes to the Constitution be decided by the people through a national referendum. Sign here: dcpzim.com #DefendTheConstitution #ReferendumFirst

In a powerful press statement at the launch of ONE MILLION VOICES PETITION, ZINASU President @HamauswaZW declared that students stand firmly in solidarity with the Defend the Constitution Platform. "We align ourselves with all democratic forces committed to defending the Constitution." – Liberty Hamauswa, ZINASU President. We stand in solidarity with the Defend the Constitution Platform (DCP) because when the Constitution is threatened, it is a responsibility for all citizens who believe in democracy. We call on all students and young people across every university and college: This is our fight. Join the One Million Voices petition. Sign here : dcpzim.com If they want to change our supreme law, they must return to the people in a referendum. @Zinasuzim @HamauswaZW @OpenParlyZw @MacBelts @africaIYP @citezw @CitizensVoice @daddyhope @DailyNewsJustIn @Newsday @zimlive @NewsHawksLive @ZimEye @amnesty_zim @CrimeWatchZW @HSTV_ @BBCWorld @CCCZimbabwe @263Chat @daddyhope @SABCNews @DubekoSibanda @TateChangambika @OMasaraure @EmmanuelSitima7 @agencygumbo @SoniaMarrion @JobSikhala1 @mutamba_tsitsi

DCP has launched the national petition "One Million Voices for the Constitution" The Constitution was adopted by the people in 2013 through a referendum. Any attempt to change it-especially on tenure of elected leaders - must return to the people: Sign the petition: dcpzim.com #ReferendumFirst

Fellow Zimbabweans, through the DCP platform, citizens can access a personal user dashboard, make trackable online payments, and conveniently complete membership applications. As a user, you can view the public hearing schedule for Amendment Bill No. 3, track participation opportunities, and sign petitions. Citizens can also send emails directly to Parliament through the platform, making it easier to submit formal views and be heard in national decisionmaking. Don’t miss out on these features and more visit dcpzim.com. @SABCNews @daddyhope @MacBelts @ibbosnr @africaIYP @263Chat @zimlive @NewsHawksLive @advocatemahere @citezw @amnesty_zim @ZLHRLawyers @Newsday @DubekoSibanda @EmmanuelSitima7 @TateChangambika @Zinasuzim @mutamba_tsitsi @SoniaMarrion @HamauswaZW

The Constitution belongs to the people of Zimbabwe - not to any political party or political leader. The DCP simply enables citizens to exercise their rights under Section 67 during the current consultation period. No one needs permission to defend the Constitution. #NoTo2030

Reports that police have placed @BitiTendai’s offices under siege over a planned constitutional meeting are deeply concerning. Peaceful assembly and constitutional advocacy are protected under Section 59 of the Constitution. Defending the Constitution cannot be treated as a public order offence. We stand in solidarity with all citizens asserting their lawful rights. #DefendTheConstitution

Prof Madhuku and party members have been reportedly assaulted at their party offices by law enforcement agents. The law permits party organs to meet anywhere without restriction or police notification.Only Zanupf is being allowed to meet and debate their bill no 3. Legitimacy of process is being eroded every day.This is nonsense. #DefendTheConstitution

@ZBCNewsonline Why are you not allowing other political parties to do meetings. What are your fears even addressing at a funeral relatives of the deceased are visited and harassed. Recently I addressed at a funeral in Gokwe Kabuyuni & the son of the deceased was visited & harassed.

The arrest of Hon. Daniel Molokele during a lawful Constituency Development Fund meeting is not a minor incident — it is a constitutional red flag. Section 59 protects the right to assemble and engage elected representatives. Law enforcement must protect these freedoms, not intimidate them. We demand accountability. #DefendTheConstitution #RuleOfLaw

I commend the Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations for their principled stand. The Constitution is the people’s covenant — not a tool for convenience. Defence of constitutionalism is a moral duty, not a partisan act. #DefendTheConstitution

Just established that the marking of the gate done on my gate was also done at Ibbos gate yesterday afternoon. These are threats to leaders and members of the DCP. #NoTo2030

Zimbabweans from Sanyati to the cities are saying the same thing: constitutional change that alters who leads and when must be decided by the people — not by Parliament alone. Extending tenure or changing election rules without a referendum undermines democratic consent and sovereignty. The people are awake — and their voice is constitutional authority. #ReferendumFirst #NoTo2030 #DefendTheConstitution

Zimbabwe's Constitution is clear in spirit and purpose:power comes from the people, and it must return to the people whenever the rules governing leadership are changed. #NoReferendumNoLegitimacy #DefendTheConstitution

No term extension without a referendum. If elections are delayed tgv, leaders stay longer — and your right to choose is postponed. This is not about wording; it’s about consent. Parliament cannot replace the people. No referendum, no legitimacy. #DefendTheConstitution

The abduction and torture of a citizen exercising his right to express himself on the 2030 Agenda through regalia will not stop citizens from defending the Constitution. #NoTo2030

Keeping term limits on paper while changing how power is renewed does not preserve constructionalism-it by passes it. The issue is not Section 91.The issue is whether the people still choose their leaders at predictable intervals. If sovereignty is altered, only a referendum can legitimize it. #NoTo2030