PRESIDENT MNANGAGWA CONSOLIDATES POWER WITH NEW LAWS
President Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe has made a strong move by taking control of 13 important laws. This step has given him more power over key parts of the government. Some of the areas now under his control include the Anti-Corruption Commission, the Sovereign Wealth Fund, and electronic surveillance. He also now has the power to set his own salary and pension. Many see this as a big step towards centralising his control over the country.
There are different reasons why President Mnangagwa might have taken this action. One reason could be that he wants to have more control over key parts of the government, making decisions faster and easier. But some people think this move might lead to a more authoritarian government. They believe that giving one person too much power could hurt democracy and reduce the checks and balances that keep the government accountable.
The Anti-Corruption Commission is one of the most important institutions now under the President’s control. This commission is supposed to make sure that the government follows rules of honesty and transparency. By bringing this commission under his power, President Mnangagwa is making himself the main person in charge of fighting corruption in the country. This could either help strengthen the fight against corruption or, as critics fear, allow him to control the commission’s actions to serve his own interests.
The Sovereign Wealth Fund is another important area that is now under the President’s control. This fund is meant to manage the country’s savings and help stabilise the economy. Now that President Mnangagwa controls the fund, he can directly influence how the country’s money is managed. Supporters of this move might say that this gives the President more power to help the economy. But some worry that it could be used to control the nation’s wealth in a way that benefits the President and his allies.
The control of electronic surveillance is another key power that President Mnangagwa has gained. Electronic surveillance means keeping track of what people say and do online or through electronic devices. In today’s world, where almost everyone communicates digitally, having control over surveillance means having control over a lot of information. This can give the President more power over what people say and think, as well as help him keep an eye on his political opponents.
One more significant part of this consolidation of power is the President’s new ability to set his own salary and pension. While this might seem like a small detail, it is a sign of how much power President Mnangagwa is gathering. Supporters might say that this will help make sure the President is paid fairly without the need for long government discussions. But others see this as a selfish move, allowing the President to benefit himself at the cost of public funds.
This large increase in power for President Mnangagwa shows a clear shift towards centralised control. This is something we have seen in other parts of the world too. Some people believe that centralising power can help a government work better because decisions are made faster and more easily. But others worry that it can lead to a system where one person or a small group of people have too much power, making it harder to hold them accountable.
In Zimbabwe, we are watching a government that is changing. President Mnangagwa is making big moves to increase his control over the country. While these changes might help create a more unified and effective government, they also bring up questions about how much power one person should have. Is this a move towards a better, more efficient government? Or is it a step towards a more authoritarian rule? Only time will tell how this change will affect the future of Zimbabwe and its democracy.
