Harare Correspondent<\/p>\n\n\n\n
HARARE \u2013 An infant has tragically passed away after suffering a sudden medical emergency at a Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) referees’ training seminar, the association confirmed on Wednesday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The child’s mother, a participant at the seminar, had brought her two children to the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Immediate assistance was rendered, but the infant could not be saved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a statement, ZIFA expressed its profound sadness and confirmed that the matter has been handed over to the authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“The case has since been referred to the Zimbabwe Republic Police for investigation,” the association stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
ZIFA further committed to full cooperation and support, saying,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cZIFA is cooperating fully with the relevant authorities and is extending support to the bereaved mother during this extremely difficult time.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The football governing body has requested privacy for the grieving family, adding that any further updates will be communicated through its official channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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