A large crowd has gathered in Harare as preparations continue for the funeral of Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke.
A video circulating on X shows mourners gathered along a road, with a large crowd visible in the background. Several people can be seen dressed in white as vehicles make their way through the area.
The footage was shared on Wednesday, October 7, a day before the couple is scheduled to be buried at Glen Forest Cemetery in Harare.
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The funeral has brought together people from different sections of Zimbabwean society, including businesspeople, artists, sports personalities and church leaders.
Who were Wicknell Chivayo and Lucy Muteke?
Chivayo was one of Zimbabwe's most recognizable businessmen, known for his lavish lifestyle, philanthropy and high-profile relationships with prominent figures.
He frequently shared his wealth on social media, where he became known for gifting luxury cars, cash and other expensive items to celebrities, church leaders, sports personalities and people close to him.
His public profile extended beyond Zimbabwe, with Chivayo having relationships with several African political and business figures.
He was also known for his close association with Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
His wife, Lucy "Lulu" Muteke, was known in Zimbabwe's fashion and lifestyle circles before their relationship became public.
Lucy had worked as a model, influencer and personal shopper and was associated with the luxury fashion and beauty industry.
She became more widely known after Chivayo began sharing pictures of her publicly in late 2024.
She became more widely known after Chivayo began sharing pictures of her publicly in late 2024.
The couple married in 2025, with their relationship and lavish celebrations attracting considerable attention.
Lucy subsequently appeared alongside Chivayo at social events and during their travels, becoming a familiar face to his followers.
Lucy subsequently appeared alongside Chivayo at social events and during their travels, becoming a familiar face to his followers.
Couple to be buried together
Chivayo and Lucy died on September 30 after the helicopter they were travelling in crashed at Kudenga Farm near Marondera.
The crash also claimed the lives of the two pilots and Lucy's security aide.
Investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing, with international aviation experts now assisting with the probe.
Investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing, with international aviation experts now assisting with the probe.
Following the crash, forensic examinations and DNA identification were carried out before the families finalized the burial arrangements.
The family has confirmed that there will be no body viewing because of the condition of the remains following the crash.
The couple will instead be laid to rest at Glen Forest Cemetery on Thursday, October 8, with members of the public allowed to attend.
The couple will instead be laid to rest at Glen Forest Cemetery on Thursday, October 8, with members of the public allowed to attend.
The funeral has since attracted hundreds of mourners, with people continuing to gather at Chivayo's home ahead of the final farewell.
