The sight of the late businessman Sir Wicknell Chivayo’s Gulfstream 550 at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport has sparked reflection on the uncertainty of life and the importance of treating others with kindness.
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Read E-PaperVeteran journalist Robert Mukondiwa shared a photograph of the luxury aircraft, accompanied by a message urging people to live with compassion, peace and kindness, reminding them that material possessions cannot shield anyone from life’s unpredictability.
Chivayo, who died in a helicopter crash alongside his wife, Lucy “Lulu” Muteke, and other occupants, leaves behind a life marked by wealth, business interests and high-profile connections.
The image of his private jet has since become a reminder of how quickly circumstances can change, prompting reflection on the things people value and the legacy they leave behind.
Despite the wealth and possessions accumulated during one’s lifetime, death serves as a reminder that material things remain behind while the memories, relationships and impact made on other people’s lives endure.
Mukondiwa’s reflection encourages people to look beyond material success and prioritise humanity, compassion and peaceful coexistence.
In a world where people often measure success by wealth, luxury vehicles, private jets and property, the image offers a sobering reminder that life is temporary and that kindness towards others remains important.
