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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.”
Makandiwa: Chivayo Knew His Time Was Near, Rushed To Give Before Helicopter Crash
UFIC founder Emmanuel Makandiwa has issued a controversial condolence message following the helicopter crash that killed businessman Wicknell Chivayo alleging in it that Chivayo and his wife knew their time to die was near. Chivayo died with his wife and 4 others in Marondera on Wednesday. In a statement released on UFI Church letterhead, Makandiwa
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.
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.
President Mnangagwa Mourns Controversial Businessman Chivayo
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has mourned businessman Wicknell Chivhayo, his wife and four others killed in a helicopter crash in Marondera Rural on Wednesday. The crash happened at around 5pm near Waddilove Mission when a Bell 430 helicopter en route from Gandami in Chikomba to Harare came down at Kudenga Farm. The helicopter burst into flames,
Kenya’s President Ruto Mourns Wicknell Chivayo, Wife, After Fatal Helicopter Crash
In a condolence message, Ruto said he was “deeply saddened” by the deaths and described Chivayo as a dear friend.
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: 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
Opposition MPs Slam Mnangagwa’s SONA Over ‘Bread and Butter’ Issues
“The SONA was silent on the empowerment of youths. It was silent on improving our healthcare facilities. So generally, the SONA is devoid of the real issues affecting the people. In fact, there is no SONA to talk about,” Makumire said.
Zimbabwe’s Mnangagwa Claims Single-Digit Inflation, Warns of Looming Drought
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa said Tuesday his government had achieved sustained macro-economic stability and tamed inflation. Opening parliament on Tuesday Mnangagwa said foreign currency inflows hit $10.7 billion in the first half of 2026. “My Government has consolidated gains in price, currency and exchange rate stability. “Inflation has been reduced to single-digit levels since January