Today, we’re diving into a cultural phenomenon that has become as common as the funeral itself — the After Tearsgathering. In many South African communities, after the solemnity of a funeral, mourners return to the family home or a local venue — not just to eat, but often to drink, dance, and 'celebrate' the life of the deceased. It’s known as After Tears — a ritual that blends grief with laughter,
music, and yes... alcohol.

Today, we&rsquo;re diving into a cultural&nbsp;phenomenon that has become as&nbsp;common as the funeral itself &mdash; the After&nbsp;Tearsgathering.&nbsp;In many South African communities, after&nbsp;the solemnity of a funeral, mourners&nbsp;return to the family home or a local venue&nbsp;&mdash; not just to eat, but often to drink, dance, and 'celebrate' the life of the&nbsp;deceased. It&rsquo;s known as After Tears &mdash; a&nbsp;ritual that blends grief with laughter, music, and yes... alcohol.

METRO FM Talk with Faith Mangope