Challenges faced by opposition political parties during the 2023 harmonized election: a case of Chitungwiza
- Author
- Dzvairo, Ellen
- Title
- Challenges faced by opposition political parties during the 2023 harmonized election: a case of Chitungwiza
- Abstract
- This research aimed to investigate the challenges faced by opposition political parties during the 2023 harmonized elections, with a focus on Chitungwiza residents. The study employed a case study approach, a widely-used method in a social science research and the study conducted a comprehensive analysis of relevant instances. The research examined various challenges faced by opposition political parties during elections and explored the operational aspects of the Zimbabwe`s legal framework for elections. Furthermore, it analysed the effects of the challenges faced by opposition political parties during elections. The study also highlighted how the measures which were taken during the 2023 harmonised elections disadvantaged the opposition political parties. The research argued for the limitations on over use of government powers as outlined in Section 67(1) (a) of the constitution and emphasized the importance of ensuring the right to make political choices freely and participate in the activities of political parties. The study also stated that to end the challenges faced by opposition political parties during elections, it is the duty of the Ministry of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs has a broader mandate to oversee matters related to constitutional affairs and electoral processes in the country.
- Date
- June, 2024
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
- 2023 harmonized election, Chitungwiza, political parties
- Supervisor
- DR Jeffrey Kurebwa
- Item sets
- Department of Peace and Governance
