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On March 15, 2026, a private aircraft crashed in Zaka, Masvingo, resulting in the pilot's death and severe injuries to his wife. Eyewitnesses reported the aircraft emitted an unusual sound before it descended rapidly, contradicting the official statement of mechanical failure.

The flight path over mining areas known for lithium and gold deposits raises suspicions of illegal activity linked to shadow aviation in Zimbabwe. Investigators cleared the crash site quickly, and key flight data remains undisclosed, fueling speculation about the nature of the flight's cargo. The pilot's wife, the sole survivor, may provide critical information if she recovers.