BUSINESSMAN Wicknell Chivayo is probably not a Liverpool fan but, when it comes to ‘Statues From Hell’, the philanthropist is not WALKING ALONE. Chivayo is, indeed, a football fan and has showed his love for the game with cash injections into the ZIFA, his beloved Scottland and Highlanders. It was his money which enabled ZIFA to acquire two vehicles, which were then used by Kalisto Pasuwa and Shadreck Mlauzi, during their time as coaches of the Warriors and Mighty Warriors.
He has also been injecting money into Scottland, who received another US$300,000 injection at the weekend, and lured Peter Ndlovu into their fold as their new manager. Chivayo’s money could also determine who will coach Highlanders this season amid dramatic developments yesterday, which placed Benjani into prime position. Maybe, that’s one of the reasons three artists came up with the idea to create a statue for him.
However, the statue was so bad that Chivayo joked that he was more handsome and rejected it. The businessman said the statue gave an impression that he was a “Gorilla” and he did not want to have anything to do with it. The giant statue is a product of three Chitungwiza artists−Callangan Makuni, Duncan Masanga and Americk Kambiri−who said this was their way of honouring the businessman.
[paywall]
“Chivayo is a shining example of a true patriot and community champion. “His selfless efforts have inspired countless talented young Zimbabweans in various areas including soccer, music telecommunications, and we are honoured to recognise his achievements.” “Ákatadza zvinonyadzisa, kubva aviga handsome yangu yese kundiita kunge Gorilla. “Plus, zvemastatue handisati ndasvika level yacho, ngaachengete hake kumba kwake.” “Good day Sir Wicknell, we do acknowledge your insight pertaining the giant statue we had sculptured for you.
[/paywall]
