Wicknell Chivayo’s two young children have arrived at the family residence in Gletwin, Harare, joining mourners gathered to pay their last respects to the Zimbabwean businessman who died in a helicopter crash.
Zimbabwean outlet ZW Times shared the update on Instagram on Friday, October 2, 2026, confirming that the children had taken their place among family members and close friends at the Chivayo home alongside their mother, Sonja Madzikanda, Chivayo’s ex-wife.
The development came after family spokesman Herbert Chivayo had earlier told the public that the children had not yet arrived at the Gletwin venue, explaining that they were still being given emotional support in the immediate wake of their father’s death.
Chivayo’s Death Sends Shockwaves Across Africa
Wicknell Chivayo was widely regarded as one of Zimbabwe’s most prominent and controversial businessmen. His sudden death in a helicopter crash prompted a wave of condolences from across the country, with many setting aside personal opinions about the man to acknowledge the deep grief his family now carries.
The image of his young children mourning at the family home resonated particularly strongly online, with many commentators drawing attention to the innocence of children caught in the middle of circumstances far beyond their understanding.
Netizens Rally Around the Children Left Behind
The post drew an emotional response, with followers directing their thoughts especially towards the two children.
@ropafadzoeverjoy_ wrote: “Aaaa mwari 💔 I pray that God covers these children under His mighty wings, protects them from every danger, and keeps anything harmful far away from them. May His healing hand be upon them, restore their strength and bring them complete ❤️🩹 healing”
@a_y_e_n_a shared: “😭he was not the best human hake, but he meant everything to those babies 😭may God heal their hearts🥺”
@_.allyyyyyy_ simply said: “This is so heartbreaking 😭😭💔”
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