The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has confirmed a tragic incident where an infant died at a referee’s training seminar.
In a statement, ZIFA said:
“ZIFA regrets to inform the football family and the nation of a tragic incident that occurred today during a referees’ training seminar.
“One of the female participants, who had attended with her two children, suffered the sudden and unexpected loss of her infant child during the day.
“Despite immediate efforts to render assistance, the child sadly passed away.
“The matter has been referred to the Zimbabwe Republic Police, who are now handling the case in accordance with the law.
“ZIFA is cooperating fully with the relevant authorities and is extending support to the bereaved mother during this extremely difficult time.
“As an Association, we extend our deepest condolences to the bereaved family and respectfully ask that their privacy be observed.
“Further updates, if necessary, will be issued through official ZIFA channels,” read the statement.
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