A band plays during the funeral service for six victims of post-election violence in the western Kenyan town of Kisumu 21 January 2008.
A band plays during the funeral service for six victims of post-election violence in the western Kenyan town of Kisumu 21 January 2008.
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Funerals in South Africa create a big financial burden for poor families

Expenses include buying coffins, providing food and arranging for transportation

The costs