Zimbabwean billionaire Wicknell Chivayo and his wife Lulu were captured on video receiving Jesus Christ at a South African church service just three days before they died in a helicopter crash.
The service was hosted by Pastor Felix Okoh, and it was Apostle Joshua Selman who led the couple through the sinner’s prayer.
The footage, shared on Thursday, October 1, 2026, by the account IRON FIST BATTLE TRACKS on Twitter/X, shows the pair visibly engaged in the moment of prayer, receiving what Christians describe as salvation.
Jesus crucified between two thieves
The timing of the video has struck a deep emotional chord with many who have been following the aftermath of the tycoon’s death.
That the couple chose to attend a church service and openly profess faith so close to the end of their lives has been seen by many believers as profoundly significant.
The post accompanying the video drew a parallel to one of Christianity’s most enduring narratives, referencing the thieves who were crucified alongside Jesus and received salvation in his final moments.
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“Don’t forget about the thief who got saved on the cross,” the post read. “It’s never too late.”
Kenyans and Zimbabweans have been united in mourning since news of Chivayo’s death broke.
The businessman, known for his flamboyant generosity and high-profile gift-giving, had gained a massive following across the continent.
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His Instagram follower count surged after his death, reflecting how widely his story had spread.
The crash site itself generated further attention when an unburnt pair of white designer shoes was found amid the wreckage, prompting questions and speculation across social media.
For many who watched the church video, however, none of those details carried as much weight as the image of Chivayo and Lulu in a house of worship, eyes closed, hands raised, just days before they were gone.
Wicknel chivayo and His wife Lulu got saved at Joshua Selman’s church service in South Africa held 3 days before their tragic death. You can see them receiving Jesus in this video. Don’t forget about the thief who got saved on the cross. It’s never to late. https://t.co/nX4ZwYMk0E
— IRON FIST BATTLE TRACKS (@IronFistBattleT) October 1, 2026
