By Chiedza Nyabadza
Late businessman and philanthropist Wicknell Chivayo has been granted Provincial Hero status by President Emmerson Mnangagwa in recognition of his contribution to Zimbabwean society.
The conferment was announced on Friday by Minister of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training, Hon Tino Machakaire, at Chivayo’s family home in Gletwin, Harare.
Hon Machakaire said Chivayo had contributed to various initiatives across the country, leading to the decision to confer the honour.
“Today, our father, His Excellency President Mnangagwa, has granted Wicknell Chivayo Provincial Hero status,” Hon Machakaire said.
Chivayo died on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, when a helicopter he was travelling in crashed in the Marondera area.
His wife, Lucy Muteke, and three other occupants also died in the accident.
President Mnangagwa visited the Chivayo family home in Gletwin today, where he paid tribute to the late businessman and consoled the bereaved family.
Government officials, politicians, religious leaders, relatives and friends also gathered at the residence as mourners continued to pay their respects.
Further details on the funeral and burial arrangements are expected to be announced by the family and Government.
