Prophet linked to leaking of Chivayo rituals audio arrested
By Victor Fanuel HARARE — A self-styled prophet allegedly linked to the leaking of an audio recording in which late businessman Wicknell Chivayo discussed performing rituals to become rich has been arrested. Christopher Guzha, also known as Madzibaba DVD, was arrested in Goromonzi on Sunday on allegations of armed robbery after an EcoCash agent lost US$12,000, […]
Wicknell Chivayo, wife Lucy to be buried without heads — family
By Staff Reporter HARARE — Millionaire businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife, Lucy, will be buried without their heads after forensic examinations failed to recover the remains following last Wednesday’s helicopter crash that killed the couple and three others. Chivayo’s uncle and family spokesman, Herbert Chivayo, said on Sunday that the couple would be buried side […]
Did Chivayo have a premonition of his death? Tycoon ‘saved the best for last’ hours before chopper crash
By Victor Fanuel HARARE — Controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo’s final social media post has taken on an eerie significance after he was killed in a helicopter crash just hours after publishing it. Chivayo opened Wednesday’s message with the words “APPRECIATING RELATIONSHIPS BUILT OVER DECADES…SAVED THE BEST FOR LAST…⚖️🙏🏽❤️,” prompting speculation over whether the wording was […]
Mnangagwa ally’s secret judge meetings raise CAA3 alarm
By Victor Fanuel HARARE — A lawyer with deep connections to President Emmerson Mnangagwa has been making private visits to Constitutional Court judges and hosting some of them at his home, according to well-placed sources. The meetings have raised questions over what is being discussed behind closed doors, coming days before the court begins hearing challenges […]
Mapfumo claps back at sellout claims — “I have not sold out”
By Victor Fanuel HARARE — Chimurenga music icon Thomas “Mukanya” Mapfumo has defended his decision to accept businessman Wicknell Chivayo’s reported US$1 million gift and performance deal. Mapfumo insisted that his commitment to human rights activism remains unwavering, rejecting accusations that he has “sold out” or abandoned the principles that made him Zimbabwe’s foremost protest […]
Chivayo marks Jah Prayzah’s birthday with fresh gifts, pledges to make Thomas Mapfumo retire a millionaire
By Lifestyle Correspondent HARARE — Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has gifted musician Mukudzeyi “Jah Prayzah” Mukombe a brand-new 2026 Ford Ranger Platinum and US$250,000 in cash as part of his birthday celebrations, while also making a surprise pledge involving Chimurenga music legend Thomas “Mukanya” Mapfumo. In a social media post celebrating Jah Prayzah’s birthday, Chivayo described […]
Chivayo upgrades Coach Rambo’s vehicle gift, rewards escorting bikers
By Staff Reporter HARARE — Businessman and philanthropist Wicknell Chivayo has upgraded social media personality Coach Rambo from a Toyota Aqua to a brand-new Toyota Fortuner GD6 2.4D and pledged thousands of dollars in cash rewards to his supporters. In a social media statement Chivayo said he was impressed by Coach Rambo’s gratitude after recently […]
Chivayo’s ex mother-in-law, FBC manager arrested over US$1,4m fraud
By Staff Reporter HARARE — The former mother-in-law of businessman Wicknell Chivayo, Tabitha Madzikanda, and a senior manager at FBC Bank have been arrested over allegations of fraud and cyber-related offences involving more than US$1.4 million. Madzikanda was picked up by detectives from the Criminal Investigations Department’s Law and Order section on Monday morning and […]
Chivayo sparks frenzy with clever “US$100 Fortuner” move after CapitalK gift row
By Staff Reporter HARARE — Flamboyant businessman Wicknell Chivayo has cleverly navigated a Zimpapers policy that blocked him from gifting vehicles to two Capitalk FM employees, announcing an elaborate workaround in which a car dealer will sell the workers the vehicles. Chivayo on May 5, visited the station CapitalK FM for an interview he later described […]
Chivayo claps back at Coltart over ZITF presidential entourage criticism
By Victor Fanuel BULAWAYO — Controversial business mogul Wicknell Chivayo has sharply responded to Bulawayo mayor David Coltart after the opposition politician criticised his appearance alongside President Emmerson Mnangagwa and visiting Botswana President Duma Boko during a tour of exhibition stands at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) in Bulawayo last week. Coltart, a Citizens Coalition […]