Tendai Biti back in the news: arrested over a constitutional bill crackdown; ex-Zim Finance Minister (2009–2013) and CCC vice president. Bail posted.
On March 20, 2026, a drone strike hit Al Deain Teaching Hospital in East Darfur, Sudan, killing 70 people including 13 children, two nurses, and a doctor. The attack injured 146 others and severely damaged the hospital, rendering it non-functional. This marks the 213th attack on healthcare facilities since Sudan's civil war began in April 2023, with over 2,000 fatalities reported.
Tendai Biti and Morgan Ncube have been arrested in Mutare while campaigning against Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, which seeks to extend the presidential term and shift elections. They face charges under the Maintenance of Peace and Order Act, with bail set at $500 and conditions including police clearance. Parliament is preparing hearings on the bill amid rising tensions.
Cameroon has passed a law consolidating presidential power, including appointing the vice president, with Biya expected to sign. Zimbabwe is considering extending Mnangagwa's term to 2030, shifting to parliamentary election of the president. Both countries face opposition criticism and protests.