Prominent Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo and wife killed in helicopter crash - IOL

Wicknell Chivayo and his wife Lucy have been killed in a helicopter crash. Zimbabwean police said have extended their condolences and prayers to the victims, their families, and their friends during this difficult time.

A helicopter crash in Zimbabwe has claimed the lives of six people, including well-known businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke. According to reports, the deaths were confirmed by family spokesperson Herbert Chivayo.

Speaking to ZBC News, he added that those closest to the couple were struggling to come to terms with the loss. 

Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Permanent Secretary Nick Mangwana confirmed the incident in a statement on X.

He said the helicopter was carrying the businessman, three other passengers and two pilots when it crashed in Marondera, Mashonaland East on Wednesday.

“Current information indicates that there were no survivors in this crash,” the government said in a statement.

The government extended its condolences to the victims’ families and friends.