While advancements in digital technology have enabled people to capture and preserve memories, a concerning trend is emerging in Zambian society, the increasing use of cameras and smartphones to photograph and share images of the deceased during funerals, particularly during body viewings. These images, often accompanied by personalized captions, are being circulated on social media, sometimes even including photos and videos of grieving families in their most vulnerable moments. The Council of Churches in Zambia (CCZ) has, however, strongly condemned this practice, emphasizing that funerals are sacred and sensitive occasions that demand respect and dignity for both the deceased and...
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