There are now growing concerns over thousands of undocumented funeral parlours operating across the country, particularly in townships and rural communities.

The National Briefing · May 22, 2026 · 8m

There are now growing concerns over thousands of undocumented funeral parlours operating across the country, particularly in townships and rural communities. Industry leaders say the sector, worth more than R10 billion annually, is facing serious challenges ranging from regulation and consumer protection to the growing shortage of burial land.

Guest: Dr Nomfundo Mcoyi-Zondo, South African Funeral Practitioners Association president