Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife Lucy Muteke died in a helicopter crash in Kenya. Police confirmed the incident, stating six people were on board. The crash occurred in 2026, according to reports. The helicopter was carrying a group of individuals, including the couple.
Wicknell Chivayo was a prominent Zimbabwean businessman known for his involvement in infrastructure and public-sector projects. His business interests included major contracts in Zimbabwe and a dispute in Kenya related to the expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The crash marked the end of his business career.
President William Ruto expressed condolences, calling Chivayo a friend and noting the loss to his family. Ruto also mourned the deaths of the other passengers. Zimbabwean police confirmed the crash, aligning with reports from Kenyan media. The incident has sparked online tributes from both Kenyan and Zimbabwean communities.
The crash remains under investigation, with no immediate details on the cause. The victims, including Chivayo and his wife, were part of a group that had been traveling in the helicopter. The event has drawn attention to the risks associated with private aviation.
