Section 333: References to Chapters, sections, etc.
Constitution of Zimbabwe
Any reference in this Constitution, without qualification, to—
(a) a Chapter, section or Schedule, is to be construed as a reference to a Chapter or section
of or Schedule to this Constitution;
(b) a subsection, is to be construed as a reference to a subsection of the section in which
the reference is made;
(c) a paragraph, is to be construed as a reference to a paragraph of the Schedule, section,
subsection or definition in which the reference is made;
(d) a subparagraph, is to be construed as a reference to a subparagraph of the paragraph or
subparagraph in which the reference is made.
Insight: References to Chapters, sections, etc.
This section establishes a standard convention for interpreting references within the Constitution. It eliminates the need to repeatedly specify the source document when citing different parts of the Constitution. This drafting technique ensures clarity and brevity throughout the document, making it more readable while preventing misinterpretation about which document is being referenced.