Ruto mourns ‘dear friend’ Chivayo after Zimbabwe helicopter crash

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 1 — President William Ruto has mourned Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, describing him as a “dear friend” following a helicopter crash in Zimbabwe that authorities say killed…

Ruto said Chivayo, his wife Lucy Muteke and the other passengers died in the crash in Marondera, eastern Zimbabwe, describing their deaths as a “painful loss” to their families, friends and those who knew them.

“I am deeply saddened by the tragic passing of my friend, Wicknell Chivayo, together with his wife, Lucy Muteke, and the other lives lost in the helicopter crash in Zimbabwe,” Ruto said.

“Wicknell was a dear friend whose warmth touched many people. I will remember him for his friendship, his energy and his deep conviction in the possibilities of our continent.”

Chivayo had in recent years become a frequent visitor to Kenya and was seen on several occasions with Ruto at State House, where the businessman had discussed plans to expand his investments in the country.

Source: Capital FM