The Tafura family from Manyaya Village in Chipinge has been trapped in a month-long funeral ordeal, waiting for the repatriation of their son Peace’s body from South Africa.
According to Manicapost, The 23-year-old tragically lost his life in a shootout in Rustenburg on November 16. The family’s grief has been compounded by a series of mishaps, including the burial of a wrong corpse, which was later exhumed and taken to a mortuary in Beitbridge.
The prolonged wait for Peace’s body has added emotional and spiritual distress to the family.
According to Shona tradition, a prolonged funeral is considered a bad omen, particularly when the deceased’s body is absent. The situation has deepened fears of cultural and spiritual consequences.
The family is appealing for assistance with food and transportation costs, estimating they need at least US$500 to resolve the crisis. Well-wishers can contact Robert Tafura on 0776468054.
The traditional leadership has expressed frustration over the lengthy funeral and initial burial of the wrong body, raising concerns about potential spiritual repercussions.
Village head Tinonesana Sithole advised the family to perform rituals to cleanse and restore spiritual balance.
