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Wicknell Chivayo
Born
Wicknell Munodaani Chivayo

(1980-11-22)22 November 1980
Chivhu, Zimbabwe
Died30 September 2026(2026-09-30) (aged 45)
Marondera, Zimbabwe
Citizenship
  • Zimbabwe
  • Kenya
  • Eswatini
[1][2]
EducationChurchill School
OccupationBusinessman
Years active2000s–2026
OrganizationIntratrek Zimbabwe
Known for
  • Gwanda Solar Project
  • government contracts
  • political and philanthropic activities
Spouse(s)
Sonja Madzikanda
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(m. 2017; div. 2024)​

Lucy Muteke
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(m. 2025, died 2026)​
Children2

Wicknell Munodaani Chivayo (22 November 1980 – 30 September 2026),[3] popularly known as Sir Wicknell, was a Zimbabwean businessman and the founder and managing director of Intratrek Zimbabwe (Private) Limited.[4] He was known for his involvement in government tenders, his close public association with ZANU-PF, and his associations with the Presidents of Zimbabwe,[5] Kenya,[6] Uganda, Tanzania[7] and Swaziland, among others.[8][9]

Chivayo was reported to have been awarded state contracts in Zimbabwe through companies associated with him, with the combined value of contracts reportedly estimated at approximately US$1 billion over the course of his business career. The reported figure refers to the stated value of contracts awarded to his companies.[10]

He was also associated with a series of legal proceedings relating to fraud and money laundering allegations, although some of the fraud proceedings resulted in his acquittal or the dismissal of charges. He was also known for public gifts to celebrities, churches, and footballers, including cash, vehicles and other items.[11]

Chivayo sometimes attracted controversy by being referred to as Mukuru Wemazuva,[12][13] meaning ancient of days in the Shona language, a moniker he acquired due to public gifts to congregants of various churches within Zimbabwe.[14] His public gifting included donations and vehicles given to religious leaders and church communities, including substantial donations to churches and their congregants.[15][16]

Early life and education

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Chivayo was born on 22 November 1980 and grew up in the Gandami area of Chivhu, Mashonaland East. His father, Isaac Mathias Chivayo, died in a car accident when Chivayo was approximately ten years old, after which he was raised by his mother.[citation needed]

He attended Dudley Hall Primary School and subsequently Churchill Boys High School for his secondary education.[17] He left school in 1996 and worked as a wages clerk at a local bus company before becoming involved in illegal foreign currency exchange at the Union Avenue Flea Market (now Kwame Nkrumah Avenue) in Harare.[4]

Career

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Intratrek Zimbabwe

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Chivayo was the founder and managing director of Intratrek Zimbabwe (Private) Limited, a company that has secured government contracts in the energy and infrastructure sectors. He has also been associated with IMC Communications, a telecommunications company.[4]

Gwanda Solar Project

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In 2015, Intratrek Zimbabwe was awarded a contract — valued at approximately US$172 million — to construct a 100-megawatt solar power plant in Gwanda, Matabeleland South, under a contract with the Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority (ZESA) and the Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC). Intratrek received an advance payment of US$5 million from ZPC, but did not carry out substantive construction work on the project.[18]

Parliamentary committee reviews found that advance payment certificates had been issued without corresponding progress, and that the advance had been paid without a required Advance Payment Guarantee.[19]Chivayo faced multiple rounds of criminal prosecution over the advance payment, and was ultimately acquitted in 2024.

ZEC election materials contract

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In 2024, leaked audio recordings linked Chivayo, along with associates Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu, to a US$100 million contract awarded to supply election materials to the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) ahead of the 2023 Zimbabwean general election. The ZACC investigated and announced in December 2025 that no evidence had been found directly implicating Chivayo in the transaction.[20]

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2004 criminal conviction

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In 2004, Chivayo was convicted of theft by false pretences involving approximately R837,000, arising from a foreign currency transaction in which he received money but did not complete his side of the exchange. He was sentenced to three years' imprisonment at Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison.[4]

2011 money laundering proceedings

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In 2011, Chivayo was arrested on eight counts of fraud and money laundering, and five of his vehicles were confiscated by the state. He was acquitted of all eight counts following trial.[17]

2018 Gwanda Solar Project fraud proceedings

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In August 2018, Chivayo was arrested and charged with fraud, money laundering, and contravening the Exchange Control Act in connection with the advance payment regarding the Gwanda Solar Project. In March 2019, High Court judge Justice Ephraim Tagu upheld Chivayo's application for exception, ruling that the facts as stated did not disclose an offence, and the acquittal was subsequently formalised at the magistrate court level.[21]

The Prosecutor General appealed the acquittal. In June 2020, the Supreme Court of Zimbabwe reversed the High Court ruling and ordered that Chivayo stand trial.[22] Following subsequent proceedings at the magistrate court, Chivayo was again acquitted in 2024, with the court ruling that the state had failed to establish a prima facie case. A separate charge of bribing former ZPC board chairman Stanley Kazhanje with US$10,000 to influence the tender award was also dismissed.[23] In March 2025, Energy Minister July Moyo announced that the government was reviewing the Gwanda contract with Intratrek with a view to reviving the project under revised terms and updated technical specifications.[18]

2018 triangle scam proceedings

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In the month of August in the year 2018, Chivayo was arrested for allegations of R1.58 million mining-equipment fraud involving Genius Kadungure that involved the supply, sourcing and delivery of mining equipment across entities between Zimbabwe and South Africa, with some of the entities noted to be non-existent and only existing for the execution of the triangle-like scam.[24] Chivayo was separately acquitted of fraud charges he faced jointly with socialite Genius Kadungure, relating to approximately R1.5 million allegedly defrauded from Kadoma miners and ZANU-PF MP Dexter Nduna.[citation needed]

2018 Zimbabwe Power Company bribery arrest

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In November 2018, Chivayo was arrested for a separate matter relating to alleged bribery involving Zimbabwe Power Company.[25][26]

Political associations

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Chivayo was a publicly declared supporter of ZANU-PF and President Emmerson Mnangagwa, including supporting calls for Mnangagwa to remain in office beyond the then constitutional term limits.[27] In January 2025, he publicly criticised Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga, describing him as a "failed politician" after Chiwenga criticised corruption within ZANU-PF.[28] His political profile was closely associated with his business interests and access to senior government figures in Zimbabwe.

From 2025, Chivayo developed publicly documented relationships with political leaders in several African countries. In Kenya, he repeatedly met President William Ruto at State House, Sagana State Lodge and Ruto's private residence, and attended private and family events involving the president. [29]Their meetings included discussions of renewable energy and infrastructure. In September 2026, Chivayo announced plans for a US$200 million investment in Kenyan infrastructure, although specific projects had not been publicly identified.[30] Reports in June 2026 also linked his IMC Construction Kenya to the proposed expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, but the Kenyan government denied that the company had participated in the procurement process or was part of any bidding consortium.[31]

In Tanzania, Chivayo met President Samia Suluhu Hassan on several occasions, including in Zanzibar and at State House in Dar es Salaam, where he discussed renewable energy and investment opportunities.[32] He subsequently announced plans for a US$200 million hospitality development in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro areas and said his companies intended to invest at least US$100 million in Tanzania in 2026 across tourism, infrastructure and renewable energy.[33]

In Uganda, Chivayo met President Yoweri Museveni at State House in Kampala and said their discussions concerned expanding his business interests in East Africa, including telecommunications and digital technology.[34] In Zambia, he met President Hakainde Hichilema at State House in Lusaka in November 2025 and said the discussions focused on renewable energy, infrastructure and cooperation between Zambia and Zimbabwe.[35]

In Malawi, Chivayo met both former president Lazarus Chakwera and President Peter Mutharika. He publicly described his engagements with the two administrations as investment-related and discussed renewable energy, infrastructure and other commercial opportunities.[36] In 2026, he pledged US$1 million to the Beautify Malawi Trust, chaired by First Lady Gertrude Mutharika.[37] Reports also linked his Malawi activities to proposed fuel and infrastructure opportunities, although Chivayo said his engagements remained at the investment and feasibility stage.[38]

In Mozambique, Chivayo met President Daniel Chapo and publicly emphasised the historical relationship between ZANU-PF and Mozambique's FRELIMO.[39] In Nigeria, he was reported to have met President Bola Tinubu, forming part of a wider pattern of meetings with African heads of state. These encounters were publicly presented primarily as courtesy visits and business or investment discussions rather than as formal political appointments.[40]

In Eswatini, Chivayo met King Mswati III in June 2026 and announced that he had been granted Eswatini citizenship and a diplomatic passport, which he said would facilitate travel and business activities connected with infrastructure development.[41] He also announced plans involving investment in the country, including renewable-energy development.

Although Chivayo maintained extensive relationships with African political leaders, there is no public evidence that he held elected or appointed political office in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique, Nigeria or Eswatini. His regional political profile was instead characterised by personal access to heads of state, public endorsements, investment discussions, philanthropy and business networking.[42][43]

Philanthropy and public gifting

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Chivayo became widely known in Zimbabwe for highly publicised gifts and donations to musicians, journalists, religious organisations, football clubs and personalities, as well as contributions to healthcare and other public programmes. His gifts frequently involved luxury vehicles and substantial cash payments. The BBC reported in June 2025 that his recipients included musicians, gospel singers, footballers, church leaders and supporters of the ruling ZANU–PF party, and that his public gifting had become a prominent feature of his public profile.[11] The BBC also reported that, in addition to the publicly announced gifts, Chivayo had provided houses and educational scholarships to members and followers of his apostolic church.[11]

Religious and community donations

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In June 2023, Chivayo donated a Toyota Hilux D4D, a home solar system and US$100,000 to St Gerard's Parish of the Roman Catholic Church in Harare, in memory of his late mother, Canisia Chivayo. The parish said the funds were intended in part for the construction of a prayer and meeting room and the completion of projects at the church's shrine. The same report stated that Chivayo had also given Johane Masowe eChishanu leader Lawrence Lavious Katsiru and his wife, Violet, a 2023 Toyota Hilux GR Sport and a 2023 Toyota Fortuner VX, together valued at approximately US$162,000.[14] In March 2024, Chivayo donated US$1 million to the Zion Christian Church (ZCC) during its Easter Passover festival at Mbungo Estates in Masvingo Province. ZCC leader Nehemiah Mutendi announced the donation and said it would support the church's national projects and community programmes. In November 2024, Chivayo announced a package of support worth about US$2 million for his Johane Masowe eChishanu church and a charity organisation, including ten buses and US$1 million in cash. Contemporary reporting said the initiative included three Higer 61-seater buses initially valued at US$420,000.[14]

Gifts to musicians and entertainers

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In January 2024, Chivayo gave musician Jah Prayzah a Mercedes-Benz S500, reported at the time as being worth approximately US$180,000. He subsequently gave Dendera musician Sulumani Chimbetu a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE300d. Chivayo said the latter gift recognised Chimbetu's contribution to music and his participation in ZANU–PF rallies.[44] In February 2024, Chivayo gave musician and councillor Sandra Ndebele-Sibindi a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE400d valued at approximately US$155,000. Contemporary reporting stated that Chivayo had described the gift as part of a birthday giveaway involving selected musicians and a DJ, and specifically referred to Ndebele's participation in ZANU–PF political activities. In January 2025, Chivayo gave Zimdancehall musician Tocky Vibes a Mercedes-Benz GLE350d 4Matic. Contemporary reports valued the vehicle at approximately R1.2 million and said Chivayo presented it as recognition for the musician's contribution to Zimbabwean culture and his support for the Angel of Hope Foundation. In February 2025, Chivayo donated four vehicles and US$50,000 to the family of late sungura musician Leonard Dembo. Dembo's widow, Eunice, received a Toyota Fortuner and US$50,000 to establish a business, while the couple's three children, Morgan, Tendai and Fenistia, each received a Toyota Aqua. The donation followed media coverage of Eunice Dembo's financial difficulties. In April 2025, gospel musician Dorcas Moyo received a Toyota Fortuner from Chivayo after she became the subject of online criticism over a social-media post about one of her songs. The gift was reported as a response to the criticism and as an expression of support for the musician. In May 2025, musician Jah Prayzah received a 2025 Range Rover Autobiography and US$150,000 in cash. The BBC independently reported the gift and said Chivayo presented it as recognition of Jah Prayzah's contribution to Zimbabwean music.[44] In November 2025, Chivayo gave musician and social-media personality Mudiwa Hood a luxury Range Rover. Hood subsequently publicly acknowledged receiving the vehicle.[45]

Gifts to journalists and media personalities

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In May 2025, veteran Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation broadcaster Reuben Barwe received a 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser VXR LX 300 Series and US$100,000 in cash from Chivayo. Barwe subsequently confirmed that the US$100,000 had been deposited into his bank account. Reports said Chivayo described the gift as recognition of Barwe's service and patriotism.[46] In November 2024, former ZBC radio presenter Simon "Pashoma" Ncube appealed publicly to Chivayo for assistance after describing his financial difficulties. Chivayo subsequently offered Ncube US$20,000 and a single-cab truck valued at approximately US$15,000.[47]

Gifts connected with football

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Chivayo also became a prominent financial supporter of Zimbabwean football. In 2024, he delivered 20 Toyota Aqua vehicles to Scottland F.C. after the club secured promotion to the Premier Soccer League. He subsequently honoured a US$1 million promotion-related pledge and announced a further US$600,000 commitment to the club.[48] Contemporary Herald reporting described the US$1.6 million cash package associated with the club's promotion as more than twice the sponsorship of Zimbabwe's top-flight league at the time. In December 2024, IMC Communications, a company associated with Chivayo, provided approximately US$1 million in financial support to Scottland F.C. Contemporary reporting subsequently linked Chivayo to the club's continued financial backing.[49] In December 2024, Zimbabwean footballer Peter Ndlovu received a 2024 BMW X6M Competition, reported at approximately US$144,000.[50] Football figures Moses Chunga and commentator Charles Mabika were also reported to have received Toyota Fortuner vehicles from Chivayo.[50] In January 2026, former Zimbabwe national-team coach Sunday Chidzambwa received a Toyota Fortuner and US$20,000 in cash. The gift was presented as recognition of his contribution to Zimbabwean football.[51] In January 2026, Chivayo pledged US$585,000 to Highlanders F.C. in connection with the appointment of Benjani Mwaruwari as the club's head coach for the 2026 season. The pledge was reported as approximately R10.4 million at the time and formed part of Chivayo's continuing financial involvement in Zimbabwean football.[52] In February 2026, Chivayo gave ZIFA president Nqobile Magwizi a vehicle reported at approximately R4 million. The gift was described as recognition for Magwizi's leadership of the Zimbabwe Football Association.[53] Chivayo had earlier publicly offered Magwizi a 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series valued at approximately US$200,000 if Magwizi won the ZIFA presidency. In the same announcement, he said he would provide vehicles to other members of the incoming ZIFA leadership and proposed a US$10 million sponsorship budget for Zimbabwean football.

Donations to healthcare and public institutions

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In September 2025, Chivayo pledged ten Toyota Land Cruiser ICU ambulances, each valued at approximately US$90,000, for government hospitals in Zimbabwe's ten provincial capitals. The donation was announced in connection with President Emmerson Mnangagwa's birthday.[54] By November 2025, the first ten ambulances from the healthcare initiative had reportedly been delivered and distributed across the country. In March 2026, Chivayo delivered a further ten ambulances and pledged 200,000 litres of diesel for their operation. The March donation was accepted by President Mnangagwa at State House, with reporting putting the value of the vehicles and fuel at more than US$400,000.[55] In April 2026, Chivayo gave Ronald Mujuru, who had lost his wife and five children in a road accident, a Toyota Fortuner valued at approximately US$80,000 and US$50,000 in cash. The donation was independently reported by Zimbabwean media following the fatal accident.[56]

Donations to public-sector welfare programmes and political organisations

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In November 2025, Chivayo announced a package of donations to ZANU–PF and associated women's organisations reportedly worth approximately US$5.3 million. The package included six Toyota Land Cruisers for the party's top leadership for the Women's League, ten Toyota Hilux GD6 vehicles for Women's League branches in the country's ten provinces, US$500,000 in cash to ZANU–PF across the provinces, and five Toyota Hilux vehicles together with US$100,000 for Young Women for Economic Development. In December 2025, Chivayo announced a further US$2 million in cash and 20 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series vehicles for welfare initiatives associated with the Zimbabwe Defence Forces, Zimbabwe Republic Police and Zimbabwe Prisons Service. The Herald reported that the package consisted of ten vehicles and US$1 million for one welfare fund and five vehicles and US$500,000 each for two other funds, although the announced donations were subject to approval by President Mnangagwa.[57]

Gifts to religious leaders

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Chivayo's public gifting also extended to senior religious figures. In 2024, his US$1 million donation to the Zion Christian Church was publicly announced by Bishop Nehemiah Mutendi. In August 2026, United Family International Church founder Emmanuel Makandiwa publicly displayed US$1 million in cash donated by Chivayo.[58] The donation followed an earlier period in which Makandiwa had appeared reluctant to accept the gift. Contemporary reporting in 2026 also described Chivayo as having given substantial gifts to other religious leaders, although individual gifts reported only through Chivayo's own social-media announcements are excluded here where an independent news report confirming the completed transfer could not be located. This distinction is important because Chivayo frequently announced gifts before, or sometimes instead of, evidence that the recipient had actually received them.[59][60]

The scale of Chivayo's gifting became a subject of independent media reporting. In June 2025, the BBC described a pattern in which cars and cash were routinely given to musicians, footballers, church leaders and political supporters, noting that the public gifting had become a defining feature of his public persona. Zimbabwean media subsequently reported that more than 100 vehicles had been distributed to musicians, church leaders, comedians, ZANU–PF supporters, bloggers and other recipients since 2023. An investigation by Zimbabwean media separately reported that Chivayo had spent more than US$9.3 million on luxury vehicles and gifts during a twelve-month period.[61] The gifts generated political controversy. In January 2025, Chivayo was accused of attempting to influence the ZIFA electoral process by offering vehicles and financial incentives to prospective voters. He denied the allegations. His public offer to provide a vehicle to Nqobile Magwizi if Magwizi won the ZIFA presidency was separately documented in Chivayo's own public statement.[53] The pattern of gifting therefore encompassed both conventional philanthropic donations to churches, hospitals and welfare programmes and highly personalised gifts to entertainers, journalists, sports figures and political or religious personalities. The BBC noted that Chivayo's giving was often accompanied by public social-media announcements and was consequently closely associated with his public image.[11][62]

Personal life

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Chivayo paid lobola for Sonja Madzikanda in July 2017 and held a formal wedding ceremony in December 2017, with the bride price reported as US$50,000.[63] The couple divorced in 2024. Chivayo stated that the primary reason was irreconcilable tensions between Madzikanda and his family, and that he continued to financially support his former wife and their two children.[64]

In March 2025, Chivayo married Lucy "Lulu" Muteke. The couple held traditional and religious wedding ceremonies, including a celebration within the Johane Masowe eChishanu congregation.[65]

Death

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On 30 September 2026, Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, were among the six people killed in a helicopter crash in Marondera, Zimbabwe.[66] He was 45. The aircraft, carrying a "high-profile" businessman, two pilots and passengers, went down at approximately 17:09 CAT.[66][67][68]

See also

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References

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