Online Reporter
Zimbabwe has been plunged into mourning following the death of prominent businessman Wicknell Chivayo in a fatal helicopter crash near Marondera this evening.
Authorities have confirmed that a helicopter carrying the high-profile businessman, other passengers and two pilots crashed in the area, with no survivors reported.
As details surrounding the tragedy continue to emerge, our live updates bring you the latest developments, reactions and updates from the scene.
Authorities attend to plane wreckage
At the crash site in Marondera Rural, emergency personnel and members of the public have gathered as authorities attend to the wreckage of the helicopter.
Images from the scene show the aircraft badly damaged in a wooded area, with emergency responders working around the site.
Police earlier confirmed that the crash occurred at around 5pm, while Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana said there were no survivors.
Authorities are expected to provide further details, including the identities of the other people who were on board, as investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash continue.
Bongani Ndlovu