Chivayo’s ex-wife strikes deal with his sister to manage late tycoon’s estate
The arrangement, signed on November 3, 2026, aims to protect the interests of Chivayo's two...
Prominent Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, died in a helicopter crash on Wednesday evening, September 30, 2026.
The former wife of Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo is set to take joint control of his estate alongside his sister, in a development that could reshape the handling of his multimillion-dollar fortune and an outstanding US$25 million (about Sh3.2 billion) matrimonial property dispute.
Sonja Louise Madzikanda and Esther Chivayo reached an agreement to jointly manage the estate of the late businessman, who died in a helicopter crash alongside his wife, Lucy Muteke, in September.
Mr Chivayo’s family has registered his estate with Zimbabwe’s Master of the High Court.
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