Zimbabwe: Business Magnate Wicknell Chivayo and His Wife Buried in Harare
Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: October 9, 2026Country: Zimbabwe
Business & Economy

Wicknell Chivayo, a 43-year-old Zimbabwean businessman, died on September 30 in a helicopter crash along with his wife Lucy Muteke and four others. He was known for his luxurious lifestyle and generous donations, including high-end vehicles and large sums of money to friends and influential figures. His connections with the ruling Zanu-PF party and President Mnangagwa, as well as major public contracts like a $170 million solar project, raised questions about the source of his wealth.
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