### Temba Mliswa Urges Authorities To Allow Open Debate On 2030 Agenda
Former Norton Member of Parliament **Temba Mliswa** has raised concerns over what he believes are efforts to silence public discussion surrounding the **Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill, 2026**.
Mliswa made the remarks following reports that the **Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP)** blocked a public consultation meeting that was planned by current Norton MP **Richard Tsvangirai** of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC).
The meeting, which was scheduled for **21 March 2026**, was meant to collect the views of Norton residents regarding the proposed constitutional amendment. However, the event was cancelled after police reportedly indicated that the venue had already been reserved for another function.
The situation has sparked concerns among some observers who believe that authorities may be limiting opposition participation in the consultation process due to fears of public resistance to the proposed constitutional changes.
Posting on social media platform **X**, Mliswa expressed worry about the implications of restricting open discussion on such an important national issue. He argued that citizens must be allowed to freely debate constitutional matters that could shape the country’s governance.
Mliswa warned that preventing people from sharing their opinions could harm Zimbabwe’s image and attract negative international attention. He stressed that open dialogue is essential in a democratic society, particularly when dealing with significant constitutional reforms.
According to Mliswa, citizens should be free to voice their opinions on the Bill, noting that public engagement and exchange of ideas are vital when addressing issues that affect the nation’s future.
