BILL
To provide for a new Constitution for Zimbabwe and to provide for related
matters.
PREAMBLE
Acknowledging the supremacy of God, and recognising our diversity,
We the people of Zimbabwe,
Recalling our heroic resistance to slavery, colonialism, racism and domination,
Exalt and extol the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives during the
Chimurenga/Umvukela and national liberation struggles,
Honour compatriots who have toiled for the progress of our country,
Celebrate the richness of our natural resources and the vibrancy of our traditions and cultures,
which were bequeathed to us by Providence and our forebears,
Cherish freedom, peace, justice, tolerance, prosperity and patriotism in search of new and
different frontiers under a common destiny,
We therefore make this democratic Constitution and commit ourselves to it as the fundamental
law of our beloved land.
NOW, THEREFORE, this Constitution is enacted by the President and the Parliament
of Zimbabwe:—
CHAPTER I
THE REPUBLIC AND THE CONSTITUTION
1 The Republic
Zimbabwe is one sovereign and democratic republic and is to be known as "The Republic of
Zimbabwe".
2 National flag
The national flag of Zimbabwe is as described and depicted in an Act of Parliament.
3 National anthem
The national anthem of Zimbabwe is as provided for in an Act of Parliament.
4 Coat of arms
The coat of arms of Zimbabwe is as described and depicted in an Act of Parliament.
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