Online Reporter
Zimpapers Sports Hub
THE Zimbabwe football association confirmed on Wednesday that a participant at the referees seminar lost her child at the venue in Harare.
The unnamed referee, the association said, was attending the seminar, with her two children.
“The Zimbabwe Football Association regrets to inform the football family and the nation of a tragic incident that occurred today during a referees’ training seminar,” said Zifa in a statement.
“One of the female participants, who had attended with her two children, suffered the sudden and unexpected loss of her infant child during the course of 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.”
Peter Tanyanyiwa
Online Reporter