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Wicknell Chivhayo with Tanzanian president

Media Blackout as Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan Visits Chivayo Family

The visit was kept private, with reports indicating that cameras and mobile phones were not allowed inside the residence.

Breaking News

Mnangagwa’s Advisor Tungwarara Speaks Following Reports He Was Airlifted to South Africa

“Yes, I was airlifted, but I was airlifted for other reasons, not being sick,” Tungwarara said, adding that he wanted to make it clear to Zimbabweans that he was alive and would be returning home.

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Vice President Constantino Chiwenga and his wife Colonel Dr Miniyothabo Baloyi-Chiwenga.

Why Didn’t VP Chiwenga Visit the Chivayo Family? Here’s What We Know

The confrontation intensified when Chiwenga increasingly criticised politically connected wealthy businessmen whom he referred to as “Zvigananda”.

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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.

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.

Africa
Wicknell Chivhayo with Kenyan president William Ruto

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 News

Chamisa Blast Mnanganggwa for Gazetting His birthday a Public Holiday

“Just imagine if every U.S. president had declared his own birthday a national public holiday,” Chamisa said, arguing that the United States could theoretically have dozens of presidential birthday holidays.

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Zimbabwe President Mnangagwa Declares His Birthday a Public Holiday

The declaration was made through Statutory Instrument 148 of 2026.

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