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Herald Reporter
The Ministry of Defence and the Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe have launched an inquiry into the cause of the Air Force of Zimbabwe (AFZ) helicopter accident that happened in Masvingo on Sunday.
Addressing journalists yesterday, Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister, Dr Jenfan Muswere, said the helicopter was supposed to fly President Mnangagwa who had presided over a ground-breaking ceremony of the Munhumutapa National Youth Housing Programme and the launch of the Munhumutapa Day.
“The helicopter was supposed to fly the President, Dr ED Mnangagwa but experienced a technical fault and crash landed. The President, Dr ED Mnangagwa was not on board. The helicopter had crew members only on board and there were no fatalities. CAAZ is carrying out investigations and a statement will be issued at the appropriate time,” said Dr Muswere.
He said President Mnangagwa was guest of honour for both events which were also attended by First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, Vice President Kembo Mohadi, Defence Minister Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri, who is also Zanu PF national chairman and senior Government and party officials.
In a statement yesterday, the Ministry of Defence weighed in saying investigations had commenced to establish the cause of the helicopter accident that occurred at Masvingo Aerodrome.
Peter Tanyanyiwa
Online Reporter