The tragic death of flamboyant Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo in a helicopter crash on September 30, 2026, continues to send shockwaves across the nation, with new revelations and viral content emerging in the days following the incident. Social media is abuzz with a leaked audio recording allegedly featuring Chivayo discussing a ritual with a self-styled prophet, Madzibaba DVD. The recording, whose authenticity has reportedly been confirmed, captures Chivayo expressing gratitude to the preacher for ‘lucky charms’ that he claimed helped him gain favour with President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Furthermore, the audio suggests Chivayo was keen on arranging a final ritual involving a clay pot at Lake Kariba.
Adding to the online frenzy, a video showcasing Chivayo’s extravagant fleet of luxury vehicles has gone viral. Filmed on October 4, 2026, during funeral proceedings at his residential property, the footage offers a rare glimpse into the late businessman’s opulent lifestyle, featuring high-end cars like a Mercedes-Benz Maybach, Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Lamborghini, Range Rover, and Lexus, all bearing his signature ‘777’ plates. The helicopter crash, which also claimed the lives of his wife, Lucy Muteke, and three others, occurred near Marondera, leaving bodies severely fragmented and some remains destroyed by fire. Madzibaba DVD, the prophet linked to the leaked audio, was reportedly arrested on October 4, 2026, in Goromonzi on charges related to armed robbery.
Key Players Involved
- Wicknell Chivayo: Late Zimbabwean businessman and tenderpreneur.
- Lucy Muteke: Chivayo’s wife, who also perished in the helicopter crash.
- Madzibaba DVD (Christopher Guzha): Self-styled prophet allegedly featured in the leaked audio with Chivayo.
- President Emmerson Mnangagwa: Zimbabwean President, whom Chivayo allegedly sought favour with through spiritual means.
Event Timeline
- September 30, 2026: Wicknell Chivayo, his wife, and three others die in a helicopter crash near Marondera.
- October 1, 2026: Remains of the victims are recovered.
- October 4, 2026: Footage of Chivayo’s luxury car collection from his funeral proceedings goes viral.
- October 4, 2026: Prophet Madzibaba DVD is reportedly arrested in Goromonzi.
- October 5, 2026: Leaked audio recording allegedly between Chivayo and Madzibaba DVD circulates online.
