Sonja Madzikanda, the former wife of late Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, arrived at the Chivayo family home in Gletwin, Harare, on Friday, October 2, 2026, to pay her final respects alongside other mourners.
Sonja accompanied by her mother
Sonja was accompanied by her mother as she joined family members, close friends and well-wishers who had gathered at the residence to mourn the fallen tycoon.
The visit, reported by ZBC News Online, drew significant attention given Sonja’s history with Chivayo.
Despite the couple’s separation, Sonja’s decision to appear at the Chivayo home alongside her mother spoke to the weight of the loss felt across those who were once close to him.
Kenyans, Zimbabweans unite to mourn Chivayo
Her presence underscored the deep personal connections the businessman had cultivated throughout his life, even beyond his marriages.
Chivayo, who was widely known in Zimbabwe for his flamboyant lifestyle and business dealings, died in a helicopter crash that sent shockwaves across the region.
His death prompted an outpouring of grief from Zimbabweans and Kenyans alike, with thousands uniting online to mourn the fallen tycoon.
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In the days following the crash, Chivayo’s Instagram following surged as admirers flooded his page with tributes, reflecting the reach of his public profile even in death.
His ex-wife found herself at the centre of public sympathy, with netizens rallying around her during what has been described as an incredibly difficult period.
Sonja’s appearance at the Gletwin home brought a moment of quiet dignity to the mourning gathering, a gesture that many observed with respect given the circumstances of her relationship with the late businessman.
