Section 92: Election of President
Constitution of Zimbabwe
(1) The election of a President must take place within the period specified in section 158.
(2) …
[Subsection repealed by s. 4 of Act No. 2 of 2021]
(3) …
[Subsection repealed by s. 4 of Act No. 2 of 2021]
(4) The qualifications for registration as a voter and for voting at an election of a President are set out in the Fourth Schedule.
[Subsection amended by s. 4 of Act No. 2 of 2021]
(5) The election of a President must take place concurrently with every general election of members of Parliament, provincial councils and local authorities.
[Subsection amended by s. 4 of Act No. 2 of 2021]
Insight on Election of President
This section establishes that presidential elections in Zimbabwe must be synchronized with general elections for Parliament, provincial councils, and local authorities. The timing of these elections is governed by section 158 of the constitution. Notably, subsections 2 and 3 have been repealed by a 2021 amendment, suggesting a significant change to the original election procedures. The Fourth Schedule contains the specific voter qualification requirements, which are essential for determining who can participate in presidential elections.