Nelson Chamisa's letter sent to the Speaker of the Parliament of Zimbabwe on 11 September 2023 has sparked heated debate and raised questions about its legality and appropriateness.
Commenting on the matter, Jonathan Moyo suggests that Chamisa's actions are improper and out of order, as there is no constitutional or statutory provision allowing a political leader to direct Parliament on how to handle correspondence regarding its members who are Members of Parliament (MPs).
According to Moyo, Parliament is a self-regulating institution bound by rules and should not be controlled or directed by outsiders. This principle aligns with international best practices, where politicians in other countries are not granted the authority to act in a similar manner to Chamisa's letter.
Moyo highlights two significant aspects of Chamisa's letter. Firstly, it indicates that Chamisa has lost control over the Citizen Coalition for Change (CCC), which he had been managing as his personal domain since January 24, 2022. Now, he seeks to use Parliament as a means to regain control since the party lacks proper structures for him to exercise control.
According to Moyo, Parliament is a self-regulating institution bound by rules and should not be controlled or directed by outsiders. This principle aligns with international best practices, where politicians in other countries are not granted the authority to act in a similar manner to Chamisa's letter.
Moyo highlights two significant aspects of Chamisa's letter. Firstly, it indicates that Chamisa has lost control over the Citizen Coalition for Change (CCC), which he had been managing as his personal domain since January 24, 2022. Now, he seeks to use Parliament as a means to regain control since the party lacks proper structures for him to exercise control.
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The letter itself adds to the confusion, with the letterhead bearing the title "Office of the President" while Chamisa signs as "Leader and Presidential Candidate," revealing a conflict within Chamisa's position and insecurity about his role.
Secondly, Moyo points out that Chamisa's supporters chanted "11 September, 11 September, 11 September" during a session in the National Assembly, disrupting Parliament's proceedings. This display of confusion demonstrates that Chamisa and his followers wish to set their own rules, treating Chamisa's letter as if it holds the force of law, even though it lacks credibility.
Moyo highlights the irony of the situation, emphasizing that the CCC has no constitution and operates through what Chamisa calls "strategic ambiguity" or confusionism. The party lacks defined positions and officeholders, yet it demands that Chamisa's 11 September letter be binding on the Speaker of the Parliament. This contradiction raises concerns about the CCC's approach and its democratic principles.
In conclusion, Moyo suggests that anyone who is serious-minded and believes in proper governance would recognize the fundamental flaws in Chamisa's actions and how he wants to be perceived.
Secondly, Moyo points out that Chamisa's supporters chanted "11 September, 11 September, 11 September" during a session in the National Assembly, disrupting Parliament's proceedings. This display of confusion demonstrates that Chamisa and his followers wish to set their own rules, treating Chamisa's letter as if it holds the force of law, even though it lacks credibility.
Moyo highlights the irony of the situation, emphasizing that the CCC has no constitution and operates through what Chamisa calls "strategic ambiguity" or confusionism. The party lacks defined positions and officeholders, yet it demands that Chamisa's 11 September letter be binding on the Speaker of the Parliament. This contradiction raises concerns about the CCC's approach and its democratic principles.
NELSON CHAMISA’S 11 SEPTEMBER LETTER TO THE SPEAKER OF PARLIAMENT HAS NO LEGAL MEANING, STANDING, FORCE OR EFFECT
— Prof Jonathan Moyo (@ProfJNMoyo) October 10, 2023
A lot, in fact far too much of a lot, is being said and made about and expected from an unprecedented and manifestly improper and out of order letter that Nelson… pic.twitter.com/mMzeV4mqlc
In conclusion, Moyo suggests that anyone who is serious-minded and believes in proper governance would recognize the fundamental flaws in Chamisa's actions and how he wants to be perceived.
The implications of demanding authority without a solid constitutional foundation should be a cause for concern for those who value democracy and transparency.
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