One of the most glaring issues highlighted by Prof. Moyo is the mismatch in dates regarding a letter sent to the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) by Ian Makone, who is listed as the Chairperson of the "Bureau of Elections" within the CCC.
The letter is dated November 8, 2023, but the receipt stamp from ZEC shows November 5, 2023—a Sunday when ZEC offices were closed.
This discrepancy has fuelled scepticism about the constitution's legitimacy and that party's internal processes.
The CCC constitution, which has been circulating on social media, has elicited a wave of reactions, with many netizens decrying it as deeply flawed.
Article 7.3 of the document has particularly drawn ire, as it names Nelson Chamisa as the "Change Champion in Chief" and the "Administrator and President" tasked with leading the movement.
This article has triggered concerns about the centralization of power and the potential risk of chaos in the event of Chamisa's untimely demise.
Critics have lambasted the CCC for embedding the name of its leader, Nelson Chamisa, into the constitution, arguing that it reflects a dictatorial approach and contradicts the principles of democratic leadership.
Social media users have been vocal in their criticism, with comments ranging from outright ridicule to serious concerns about the party's direction and leadership style.
In defence, recalled Mount Pleasant MP, Fadzayi Mahere has stepped up to advocate the interim constitution.
Mahere asserted that the document was designed to safeguard the CCC from potential capture and destruction by the ZANU PF, emphasising its role as a protective measure in these tumultuous political times.
Despite Mahere's efforts to justify the interim constitution, the backlash continues to grow.
Netizens express disbelief and disappointment, with some calling for the withdrawal of the constitution and others labelling it as a tool for hero worship and autocracy.
Comments on social media reflect a growing discontent, with users such as @ignitive labelling Chamisa as "a dictator in the making" and @hazelwekwaondo accusing him of demanding democracy nationally while running his party under "Fascism, dictatorship, and full autocracy."
Meanwhile, the controversy around the CCC constitution not only raises questions about that party's internal democracy but also about its future direction and the stability of its leadership.
