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Tungwarara Vows to Keep Flying Helicopters Despite Chivayo’s Fatal Crash

"We are not going to stop buying choppers and flying with choppers; we are moving on. Don't frighten us," Tungwarara added.

News
ZRP

Police Arrest Robbery Suspects, Launch Kadoma Manhunt

Police arrested Tendai Nzvenga, 39, in Mpopoma, Bulawayo, on 30 September.

Culture
Jah Prayzah

Jah Prayzah Pulls Out of Jacaranda Festival, Postpones Wedding After Chivayo’s Death

“Following the recent tragedy and loss that has deeply affected the entire team and me, we are simply not in a position to go on stage at this time.”

Africa

Who Was Sir Wicknell Chivayo? The Life and Legacy of Zimbabwe’s Flamboyant Tenderprenuer

He was also known for giving away substantial amounts of money and expensive vehicles to musicians, religious figures, sports personalities, lawyers and members of the public.

News
Wicknell Chivhayo with Tanzanian president

Tanzanian President Hassan Mourns Chivayo, Wife, After Marondera Helicopter Crash

“Zimbabwe and Africa have lost a young and visionary entrepreneur who touched the lives of many,” she said.

Uncategorized

BREAKING: Controversial Businessman Wicknell Chivayo, Wife, Among Six Killed in Marondera Helicopter Crash

MARONDERA — Prominent Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, have died in a helicopter crash in the Marondera rural area, according to a family spokesperson. The helicopter crashed at around 5 pm on Wednesday, killing all six people on board. The government has confirmed that there were no survivors. Family spokesperson Herbert

Breaking News

BREAKING: Six Killed in Marondera Helicopter Crash

MARONDERA — Six people have died after a helicopter crashed in the Marondera Rural area on Wednesday evening, the government has confirmed. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) initially reported that an aircraft with six occupants had crashed at around 5 pm. In an update, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services

Breaking News

BREAKING: Plane Crashes in Marondera, Six People on Board

MARONDERA — A plane has crashed in the Marondera Rural area, with six people reportedly on board. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed that the aircraft crashed at around 5 pm this evening, with emergency teams and police attending the scene. The condition of the six occupants was not immediately known. Police said more details

Breaking News
Thomas Mapfumo

Mapfumo Back in Zim for Jah Prayzah Wedding, Chivhayo Birthday Bash

The 81-year-old music icon was reportedly offered a combined US$1 million for the two performances.

News

Police Arrested Car Sale Boss Over Fatal Harare Dog Attack

In an update issued on 29 September 2026, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed that Rumbwere, who had been on the run, was arrested over Muzawazi’s death.

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