The strongest voice yet against President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s bid to extend his rule has come — not from a politician, but from the pulpit. The Zimbabwe Heads of Christian Denominations (ZHOCD) has broken its silence and made its position clear: no to a third term, no to breaking the Constitution, and no to power-hungry politics disguised as people’s will.

In a bold and honest statement, the ZHOCD urged Mnangagwa to reject calls from some MPs and political activists who are pushing for him to stay in power past 2028. The Church said clearly — any attempt to change the Constitution to benefit one man is wrong, dangerous, and a betrayal of the law that holds Zimbabwe together.

The Constitution is clear. A president can only serve two terms. That’s the law. And the Church reminded the country that Mnangagwa himself once promised to respect it. He took an oath to protect the Constitution. He said he would not stay beyond his legal time in office. The ZHOCD now calls on him to honour that promise, for the sake of peace, democracy, and the future of Zimbabwe.

The Church believes that breaking this promise would destroy trust in elections. It would kill any hope that power can change hands peacefully. And at a time when Zimbabwe is already divided and struggling, this would bring even more instability.

The ZHOCD’s message goes beyond politics. It is about doing what is right. In their words, the Church said it is their duty to speak up for justice, democracy, and the rule of law. They called on Zimbabwe to prepare for free and fair elections in 2028 — not backroom deals to keep one man in power. They believe peaceful elections will help fix the country and show true respect for those who fought for Zimbabwe’s independence.

The Church also warned that changing the Constitution for selfish reasons will damage the nation’s spirit. It will make people lose faith in leadership and elections. That kind of political betrayal brings chaos, not progress.

The ZHOCD called on all Zimbabweans — from voters to lawmakers — to stand for the Constitution. They reminded MPs that their job is to defend the law, not help destroy it. They urged Parliament to stop any plans to change term limits. And they called on the government to make sure the 2028 elections are transparent, free, and fair.

The message from the Church was firm but peaceful. It ended with a verse from the Bible, Micah 6:8: “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” A reminder to leaders that true power is not about control — it’s about justice, mercy, and humility.

In a time when many politicians are silent, the Church has spoken with courage. Zimbabwe cannot afford another broken promise. It cannot afford to throw away the Constitution to serve one man’s ambition. The country needs leadership that respects the law, not rewrites it for selfish gain.

The ZHOCD’s message is clear: No to a third term. Yes to democracy. Yes to justice. Yes to peace. Now the question is — will Zimbabwe’s leaders listen? Or will they continue to ignore the people, the Constitution, and now, even the Church?

The nation is watching. And so is God.