Prominent Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, along with his wife Lucy Muteke, was laid to rest today, Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Sahwira Glen Forest Memorial Park in Harare. Their burial follows a tragic helicopter crash on September 30 that claimed their lives, along with two pilots and a personal aide.
The deaths sent shockwaves across Zimbabwe, with widespread public mourning and intense media coverage surrounding the funeral arrangements. Photos of the couple’s side-by-side graves emerged online ahead of the burial, prepared at a prominent hilltop site where Chivayo’s mother was also interred.
Family spokesperson Herbert Chivhayo confirmed on Monday, October 5, that forensic and DNA processes had been completed, allowing for the burial to proceed today. Mourners, including family members, close friends, and members of the public, gathered at the Chivayo family home in Gletwyn before the ceremony.
The late tycoon was known for his flamboyant lifestyle and high-profile business dealings, making his sudden passing a significant national event.
Key Players Involved
- Wicknell Chivayo: Late Zimbabwean businessman and socialite.
- Lucy Muteke Chivayo: Late wife of Wicknell Chivayo.
- Herbert Chivhayo: Family spokesperson who confirmed burial details.
- G6: Wicknell Chivayo’s brother, who wore a commemorative T-shirt with his brother’s image at the funeral.
Event Timeline
- September 30, 2026: Wicknell Chivayo, his wife, and three others perish in a helicopter crash in Marondera.
- October 5, 2026: Family spokesperson confirms completion of forensic processes and announces burial for October 8.
- October 8, 2026: Wicknell Chivayo and Lucy Muteke are buried at Sahwira Glen Forest Memorial Park in Harare.
