Don’t be in the dark, this is how some Africans send off the dead

In many African societies, death is often viewed as a gateway to another phase of life. Not an end, but rather a beginning.

The religion and culture practised by the deceased dictate the rites that take place during their funeral and burial.

There are some unique ways some Africans choose to honor their deceased loved ones.

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Scroll through to learn how some Africans from across the continent send off their loved ones: