CONTROVERSIAL tenderprenuer, Wicknell Chivayo has once again flaunted his massive wealth and announced the purchase of 10 buses that he will give to his Johane Masowe Chishanu church branches.
In addition to the buses, the ex-convict turned millionaire riding on government tenders, said he will donate US$1 million cash to a charity organisation of his choice.
Chivayo said he was extended the philanthropy in lieu of buying himself expensive vehicles for his birthday, which falls this November.
“Hallo Friday…as I celebrate my birthday month, I am reminded of the abundant blessings God has granted me and I feel a deep calling to always tirelessly give back to my church.
“This year, instead of spoiling myself with a latest Rolls Royce or adding to my Maybach fleet, I have decided to start off by donating these three (3) brand new Higer 61-seater buses to my church all supplied by Faramatsi Motors at a reasonable total cost of USD420,000.00.
“I have ordered another seven (7) more at a cost of USD980 000.00 which I will gladly distribute to other solid and highly recognized Johane Masowe Chishanu branches countrywide,” posted Chivayo on his social media handle.
He said he was paying homage to the role the church has played in his rags-to-riches story.
“This gesture is not just about offering convenient transport to my fellow church members but it’s a small token of my gratitude for the church’s guiding influence in my life.
“The church has played a crucial role in creating this inevitable aspiring billionaire I am about to be and I remain committed to uplifting my church as we continue our spiritual journey together, with love, faith and the power of prayer.
“Beyond these buses, I will also dedicate USD1 million in cash to a highly reputable charity organisation of my choice. Supporting those in need has always been close to my heart, and this donation signifies my unwavering dedication to helping the underprivileged,” Chivayo added.
“By extending this love and support, I aim to reflect the generosity that God has shown me and to inspire others to do the same.”
The youthful tenderprenuer, who was reportedly awarded a murky US$40 million Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) deal who details spilled into the public domain after a fallout with his associates, Moses Mpofu and Mike Chimombe, over sharing of proceeds, fancies himself generous.
“My birthday celebration this November is not about me, but about sharing the blessings and showing love to the church community that has given me so much and to the less fortunate who need the help more than anyone else.
“I am grateful for this opportunity to honor God through these acts of service, and I pray these gifts will make a difference and strengthen the lives of those they touch…I ask this through Christ our Lord,” Chivayo said. — NewZimbabwe
