Friday, February 15, 2013

Zimbabwe: President Mugabe announces March 16 as Referendum date on new constitution

Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe (pictured) has issued an official proclamation on Friday setting March 16 as the date for the nation to vote on a new constitution ahead of national elections later this year.

A government notice formally published on Friday leaves a calendar month for distribution of the 160-page draft document and campaigning for a 'Yes' or 'No' vote.

Friday's notice said polling stations will be opened for 12 hours countrywide at 7 a.m. (0500 GMT) on March 16,

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