Businessman Wicknell Chivayo, Wife, 2 Kids Die In Helicopter Crash, Zimbabwe In Shock

WICKNELL CHIVAYO DIES IN MARONDERA HELICOPTER CRASH

Prominent Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has died after a private helicopter he was traveling in alongside five other passengers crashed in Marondera rural this evening,  Family spokesperson Mr Herbert Chivayo confirmed the death… pic.twitter.com/znkksYRjuK

— ZBC News (@ZBCNewsonline) September 30, 2026

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GOVERNMENT CONFIRMS FATAL HELICOPTER CRASH

The Government wishes to confirm that a helicopter crash has occurred, involving one high-profile businessman, three other passengers, and two pilots.

Current information indicates that there were no survivors in this…

— Nick Mangwana (@nickmangwana) September 30, 2026

According to ZimLive, a helicopter believed to be carrying businessman Wicknell Chivayo has reportedly crashed near Marondera.

More than six ambulances have reportedly been seen travelling from Harare towards Marondera.

Chivayo’s condition is not known at this time. Further… pic.twitter.com/TGxxs475WD

— 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐙𝐖 (@CrimeWatchZW) September 30, 2026