South Africans mourn a metre apart as Covid-19 curbs funerals

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Township funerals, usually extravagant affairs in South Africa, have been scaled back by grieving families who forgo some cherished traditions in order to comply with coronavirus restrictions, according to a report by Reuters.

Vigils before interment have been banned. Funerals are limited to 50 mourners — still more than the 20 allowed in Nigeria or the 15 in Kenya.

Mourners keep a safe distance during the funeral service of 63-year-old Mary Modimola, as centuries-old cultural traditions at funerals are being forgone due to the outbreak of Covid-19. — Reuters
Mourners keep a safe distance during the funeral service of 63-year-old Mary Modimola, as centuries-old cultural traditions at funerals are being forgone due to the outbreak of Covid-19. — Reuters

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