Section 284: Remuneration and benefits of traditional leaders
Constitution of Zimbabwe
(1) An Act of Parliament must provide for the remuneration and benefits of traditional leaders to be fixed with the approval of the President given on the recommendation of the Minister responsible for finance and after consultation with the Minister responsible for traditional leaders.
(2) The remuneration of a traditional leader must be charged upon and paid out of the Consolidated Revenue Fund.
(3) The remuneration of a traditional leader must not be reduced while he or she holds or acts in the office concerned.
Insight: Financial Independence for Traditional Leaders
This section establishes important financial protections for traditional leaders by requiring their compensation to be paid directly from the national treasury (Consolidated Revenue Fund) rather than local budgets. The prohibition against reducing their remuneration while in office creates a safeguard against political pressure or retaliation, preserving their autonomy in decision-making. This arrangement reflects the constitutional recognition of traditional leadership as a distinct and protected institution within Zimbabwe's governance framework.