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Wicknell Chivayo And Lulu Muteke Dead After Marondera Helicopter Crash​

by Timothy Ndoro

September 30, 2026

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No Survivors: Wicknell Chivayo And Wife Lulu Named Among Marondera Crash Victims​

Millionaire businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife, Lucy “Lulu” Muteke, have reportedly died after a helicopter crashed near Marondera on Wednesday, 30 September 2026.

ZimLive reported that Chivayo and Lulu were among six people killed in the crash. The report came shortly after the Government confirmed that a fatal helicopter crash had occurred and that there were no survivors.

The identities of the victims had initially not been released officially, but subsequent reports from ZimLive, Hopewell Chin’ono and TheNewsHawks identified Chivayo and Lulu among those who died.

Govt Confirms Fatal Marondera Helicopter Crash​

Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana confirmed the tragedy on Wednesday evening.

In an official statement, Mangwana said the aircraft was carrying a high-profile businessman, passengers and two pilots.

“The Government wishes to confirm that a helicopter crash has occurred, involving one high-profile businessman, four passengers, and two pilots.”

He confirmed that the crash had resulted in deaths.

“Current information indicates that there were no survivors in this crash.”

Mangwana said the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) would release the names of the victims.

“The Zimbabwe Republic Police will confirm the names of the victims in due course.”

He also offered condolences to the victims’ families and friends.

“We extend our deepest condolences and prayers to the victims, their families, and their friends during this difficult time.”

The Government’s statement did not identify the businessman as Chivayo.

[Image Credit: Facebook/Wicknell Chivayo]

ZimLive Names Chivayo And Lulu​

ZimLive subsequently reported that Chivayo had died in the crash and that his wife, Lulu Muteke, was also among the victims.