Helicopter crash in Zimbabwe kills six people

A helicopter crashed on September 30, 2026, in the Marondera region of northeastern Zimbabwe, resulting in the death of all six individuals on board. Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana confirmed the incident, stating that the victims included two pilots and four passengers, one of whom was a prominent businessman.

The crash occurred at approximately 17:00 local time. Local police reported that emergency rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the site of the wreckage. While recovery efforts have been initiated, the authorities have not yet determined the cause of the disaster.

Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the flight are expected to continue. No further details regarding the identity of the passengers or the technical status of the aircraft have been released at this time.