Zimbabwe: Toddler (2) Scalded to Death in Hot Water During Steaming Session

A TODDLER died from burns last Friday after accidentally spilling hot water he and his mother were using to steam under a blanket in a bid to treat a cold.

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) national spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the incident.

“The ZRP reports a sad incident which occurred at Fresney farm, Beatrice on August 15, 2025, where a two-year-old male infant died after suffering burns from hot water,” said Nyathi.

“The incident happened while the victim and his mother…