Advocate Lewis Uriri has publicly declined a lavish appreciation package from flamboyant Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, citing his professional code of conduct. The extraordinary offer, announced publicly by Chivayo without prior consultation, included a brand-new 2026 Range Rover Sport Autobiography valued at approximately $248,000 (KSh 32 million), a substantial cash gift for fuel expenses, and a separate sum directed specifically at Uriri’s wife, who is also a practicing senior legal advocate.
Uriri addressed the gesture in a measured Facebook post on Monday, September 21, acknowledging Chivayo’s kind words but firmly declining every component of the offer. He highlighted that he and Chivayo had not been in professional contact since June 2024, and all past legal services had already been fully compensated. Chivayo had framed the gifts as a token of appreciation for Uriri’s legal skill and “fearless representation” over the years. This public refusal has sparked considerable discussion online, with many commending Uriri’s adherence to professional ethics.
Key Players Involved
- Advocate Lewis Uriri: Prominent Zimbabwean lawyer who publicly rejected the lavish gift.
- Wicknell Chivayo: Flamboyant Zimbabwean businessman who offered the KSh 45 million appreciation package.
Event Timeline
- September 21, 2026: Advocate Lewis Uriri posts on Facebook, publicly declining Wicknell Chivayo’s gift.
- September 24, 2026: News outlets report on Uriri’s rejection of the KSh 45 million gift.
