Wicknell Chivayo’s sister, Moe Madeline, has spoken out against claims that the late Zimbabwean businessman had brothers, clarifying that he was the only son of their father, Isaac Mathias Chivayo.
Madeline addressed the issue in a post shared on Instagram following her brother’s burial, as discussions about his relatives and close associates continued to circulate online.From School Dropout to Businessman: How Zimbabwe’s Wicknell Chivayo Built His Empire
“Everyday pano pano hee Wicknell’s brothers… taabhoo… he was the only son of Isaac Mathias Chivayo!” she wrote, expressing frustration over the repeated references to the businessman’s alleged brothers.
Her statement came after a man known as GSIX, also referred to as G6 and widely regarded as Chivayo’s cousin, was spotted at a high-profile presidential event.
The appearance reignited conversations about the late businessman’s family connections, particularly because some of his cousins were commonly referred to as his brothers.
Chivayo, who was known for his business interests and lavish lifestyle, reportedly maintained close relationships with members of his extended family, with some involved in his business and philanthropic activities.
He died on September 30 when his Bell 430 helicopter crashed at Kudenga Farm. He was buried alongside his wife, Lucy Muteke, on October 8 at Sahwira Glenforest Memorial Park.
His funeral attracted government officials, businesspeople and entertainers, with a procession of luxury vehicles reflecting the flamboyant lifestyle for which he was known.
About two hours after clarifying his family background, Madeline shared another post that raised further questions about the relationships surrounding her late brother.
Accompanying an image depicting Judas receiving coins, she wrote: “Just because they showed up doesn’t mean they support you. Judas was present at all prayer meetings too.”
The message prompted speculation among social media users about whether it was directed at relatives and associates who attended events during the mourning period.
Neither the intended target of the post nor the circumstances behind the apparent criticism had been confirmed publicly. GSIX had also not publicly responded to Madeline’s statements at the time of publication.
Meanwhile, questions surrounding Chivayo’s estate and outstanding business obligations have added another dimension to the discussions following his death.