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2013 Constitution:
1. Constitutional Reform Process: The process of drafting the 2013 Constitution
involved extensive public consultation and engagement with various stakeholders,
aiming to reflect the aspirations and concerns of the Zimbabwean people.
2. Human Rights Protections: The 2013 Constitution expanded the scope of human
rights protections compared to the Lancaster House Constitution. It included
additional rights such as the right to education, health, and access to
information.
3. Land Reform and Compensation: The constitution recognized the land reform
program that had occurred since independence and provided a legal framework for
land redistribution. It acknowledged the need for compensation for land
acquisitions but clarified that it should be on a just and equitable basis.
4. Devolution of Power: The 2013 Constitution introduced the concept of devolution,
which aimed to decentralize power and transfer certain responsibilities to
provincial and local authorities. This was intended to promote local governance and
development.
5. Electoral System: The constitution maintained a parliamentary electoral system
but made provisions for the proportional representation of women in Parliament,
aiming to enhance gender representation.
It's important to note that the 2013 Constitution was intended to address some of
the perceived shortcomings of the Lancaster House Constitution and provide a more
inclusive and democratic framework for governance in Zimbabwe. The process of
constitution-making and the content of the constitutions were influenced by the
historical context and the specific challenges faced by the country at the time.