Zimbabwe Mourns the Tragic Loss of Businessman Wicknell Chivayo, His Wife, and Two Children in Helicopter Crash

September 30, 2026 dailymirror

Johannesburg – Zimbabwe is reeling following news that businessman Wicknell Chivhayo, his wife, and their two children were among the six individuals who tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash.

Reports flooding social media detail the helicopter incident that occurred near Marondera, approximately 70 km east of the capital, Harare.

WICKNELL CHIVAYO DIES IN MARONDERA HELICOPTER CRASH

Prominent businessman Wicknell Chivayo has passed away following a private helicopter crash in Marondera rural this evening, as confirmed by family spokesperson Mr. Herbert Chivayo… pic.twitter.com/znkksYRjuK

— ZBC News (@ZBCNewsonline) September 30, 2026

This is a developing story…

OFFICIAL

GOVERNMENT CONFIRMS FATAL HELICOPTER CRASH

The Government has confirmed a helicopter crash involving one notable businessman, three additional passengers, and two pilots.

Current reports indicate that there were no survivors…

— Nick Mangwana (@nickmangwana) September 30, 2026

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

Reports indicate that more than six ambulances have been seen making their way from Harare towards Marondera.

The condition of Chivayo is currently unknown. Further… pic.twitter.com/TGxxs475WD

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

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