A heated social media dispute has erupted between prominent Zimbabwean opposition politician and constitutional lawyer, Fadzayi Mahere, and controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo. The clash stems from Chivayo’s recent high-value car gift to Bebe Angel, the wife of United Kingdom-based Prophet Uebert Angel.
The latest controversy gained traction after Chivayo publicly announced on September 6, 2026, that he had purchased a brand-new 2026 Rolls-Royce Ghost facelift for Bebe Angel, a luxury vehicle reportedly valued between US$650,000 and US$750,000 after import duties. He also reportedly gifted Prophet Uebert Angel US$250,000 in cash.
Mahere took to social media to question the cultural appropriateness of such extravagant gifts to married women and raised concerns regarding the source of Chivayo’s funds. This is not the first time Mahere has publicly scrutinized Chivayo’s activities, having previously questioned a US$100,000 cash bonus and his participation in official delegations.
In response, Chivayo dismissed Mahere’s criticisms, reportedly accusing her of pursuing a personal vendetta and being a ‘clout chaser.’ Mahere, in turn, retorted in Shona, asserting she had no personal relationship with Chivayo and urging him to exclude ordinary married women from their dispute, concluding with a call for new leadership.
The incident has reignited public debate in Zimbabwe regarding Chivayo’s highly publicized philanthropy, with supporters viewing his gifts as generous gestures that recognize individuals, while critics continue to question the propriety, source of funds, and whether these displays are genuine philanthropy or public-relations exercises.
Key Players Involved
- Fadzayi Mahere: Zimbabwean opposition politician and constitutional lawyer, critical of Chivayo’s gifts.
- Wicknell Chivayo: Controversial Zimbabwean businessman and socialite, known for gifting luxury items.
- Bebe Angel: Wife of Prophet Uebert Angel, recipient of a Rolls-Royce Ghost.
- Prophet Uebert Angel: UK-based prophet, husband of Bebe Angel, also received a cash gift.
Event Timeline
- September 6, 2026: Wicknell Chivayo announced the gift of a Rolls-Royce Ghost to Bebe Angel.
- September 15, 2026: Reports surfaced of the social media clash between Fadzayi Mahere and Wicknell Chivayo regarding the gift.
