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Zimbabwe Police Warn of Firm Action as Parliament Debates Constitution Amendment Bill

From AllAfrica Zimbabwe · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Zimbabwe Republic Police warned of firm action against violence and public disorder as Parliament debates the Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3).
  • Police have heightened security measures to ensure peace during the parliamentary process, Commissioner Paul Nyathi stated.
  • The warning targets individuals or groups inciting violence, threatening public order, or disrupting activities, including through social media.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a stern warning, vowing to take decisive action against any acts of violence, threats to public order, or disruptions as Parliament begins deliberations on the Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3).

As the country follows the ongoing Constitution Amendment Bill Number Three (CAB3) deliberations in the August House, the Zimbabwe Republic Police expects peace and the general maintenance of law and order to be observed by Zimbabweans.

— Commissioner Paul NyathiThis quote highlights the police's expectation for public conduct during the parliamentary debate on the constitutional amendment bill.

National Police Spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi announced that security measures have been intensified to guarantee peace and stability throughout the parliamentary process. "As the country follows the ongoing Constitution Amendment Bill Number Three (CAB3) deliberations in the August House, the Zimbabwe Republic Police expects peace and the general maintenance of law and order to be observed by Zimbabweans," Commissioner Nyathi stated.

In this regard, the Police reiterates that the law will take effect on anyone whether individuals, groups or syndicates who incite violence and issue threats to Zimbabweans through social media.

— Commissioner Paul NyathiThis emphasizes the police's commitment to enforcing the law against those inciting violence, including via social media.

The police's firm stance comes amid significant public debate surrounding the proposed constitutional amendments, which have garnered both support and criticism from various political parties, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders. Commissioner Nyathi emphasized that the police will not hesitate to act against anyone, whether individuals, groups, or syndicates, accused of inciting violence or issuing threats, including those made via social media platforms.

Any attempt to influence Zimbabweans to revolt against the Government, destroy property, affect smooth flow of traffic and cause alarm and chaos will be responded to appropriately by the Police through the full wrath of the law.

— Commissioner Paul NyathiThis details the severe consequences for actions that threaten public order and stability during the parliamentary process.

Furthermore, the police spokesperson cautioned against any attempts to provoke unrest, damage property, or interfere with public activities during the parliamentary discussions. "Any attempt to influence Zimbabweans to revolt against the Government, destroy property, affect smooth flow of traffic and cause alarm and chaos will be responded to appropriately by the Police through the full wrath of the law," Commissioner Nyathi declared. The ZRP is on high alert to safeguard public security and ensure citizens can continue their daily lives without interruption, urging the public to remain peaceful and report any activities that could threaten public order.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police is on high alert to ensure that Zimbabweans continue to enjoy their safety and security obtaining in the country.

— Commissioner Paul NyathiThis reassures the public about the police's readiness to maintain safety and security.
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Originally published by AllAfrica Zimbabwe in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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