This is the Mnangagwa helicopter that crashed during takeoff this afternoon at Masvingo Airport.
A scene of shock and disbelief unfolded at Masvingo Airport as the helicopter carrying high-ranking officials and VIPs suffered a devastating crash during takeoff. The Air Force chopper, tasked with transporting the dignitaries from Masvingo to Harare, had just concluded its involvement in an event organized by the Zanu PF Youth League. As it
ascended into the sky, disaster struck, sending the helicopter plummeting back to the ground. The thud of the crash echoed across the airfield, leaving onlookers in stunned silence. While details of the cause remain unclear, the incident has cast a shadow over the day’s political engagements, with authorities racing to assess the damage and ensure the safety of those onboard. The chopper, which is part of President Mnangagwa’s fleet, had carried figures of importance.
