Zimbabwean businessman and socialite Sir Wicknell Chivayo has once again set social media ablaze after mocking UFC fighter Themba Gorimbo, who recently lost to Jeremiah Wells at UFC Vegas 110. In a viral Facebook post, Chivayo laughed at Gorimbo’s defeat, saying, “Zvaitwa so, maWarhead nezvigokora zvacho zvabva zvanyura. Jeremiah Wells ndiye munhu anofanira kuzonzi gamba reZimbabwe!” (loosely translated: “So it’s done — those warheads and show-offs have been silenced. Jeremiah Wells is the real Zimbabwean hero!”). His comments quickly spread across social media platforms, sparking both laughter and backlash among fans.
Many Zimbabweans accused Chivayo of being insensitive, saying Gorimbo’s loss should be seen as part of the struggle of representing the nation on the global stage, not a reason for mockery. Others, however, found the businessman’s remarks entertaining, noting that Wicknell has built a reputation for trolling public figures in dramatic fashion. As memes and reactions continue flooding X (Twitter) and Facebook, one thing is clear — Wicknell Chivayo knows exactly how to turn controversy into a trending moment.
