Ramaphosa disowns ‘shady’ Chivayo
SOUTH African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s visit to Zimbabwe has reignited scrutiny of President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s close business allies
By Nqobani Ndlovu and Kenneth Nyangani
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Farm-gate: Ramaphosa ‘blindsided’ by Chivayo at Mnangagwa’s private farm
Chivayo is currently under investigation by South Africa’s elite police unit, the Hawks, for alleged money laundering and has had his assets in South Africa frozen.
By Staff Reporter
May. 6, 2026
CCC MP in hot water over Chivayo cash, car gift
During the event, Matsunga commended Mnangagwa for the project, crediting the government for bringing development to her constituency.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Apr. 29, 2026
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Chivayo millions fuel Mnangagwa 2030 dream
Since January, Chivayo has pledged millions in vehicles, sponsorships, and cash, targeting influential sectors widely viewed as essential for mass mobilisation.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 26, 2026
Chivayo drops Parly, funds Zanu PF
However, while closing the door on the legislature, Chivayo has redirected his financial focus.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Apr. 22, 2026
Chivayo withdraws US$3.6m cash offer to Parliament after outcry
He has instead increased the amount to US$5 million, pledging to channel the funds through the party’s provincial structures.
By Valentine Maya
Apr. 21, 2026
A US$3,6m test of parliamentary integrity
Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has triggered a political storm after announcing a US$3,6 million “donation” to Zimbabwe’s 360 lawmakers for constituency projects.
By Newsday
Apr. 21, 2026
MPs, money and the Constitution
Our Parliament is meant to be a law-making body that also serves as a self-regulating oversight institution over the other arms of the State.
By Rutendo Matinyarare
Apr. 21, 2026
MPs who accept Chivayo’s offer must face graft charges
By now, the controversy surrounding businessman Wicknell Chivayo’s proposed US$3.6 million payment to Zimbabwe’s parliamentarians has moved beyond politics
By Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Apr. 21, 2026
