Mourning rituals begin immediately after a family member's passing is confirmed. The primary meaning of the word ukuzila, to mourn, is to abstain. Following the death of the head of the household or a traditional leader, various restrictions apply to dress code, diet and routine daily activities, such as the performance of chores. In the case of an elder or a traditional leader, villagers must for a stated period abstain from all chores and festivities. The commissioner for culture, religion and languages commission Nomalanga Tyamzashe speaks to Mpho Letsholonyane on POWER Lunch about this age-old custom.

<p>Mourning rituals begin immediately after a family member's passing is confirmed. The primary meaning of the word ukuzila, to mourn, is to abstain. Following the death of the head of the household or a traditional leader, various restrictions apply to dress code, diet and routine daily activities, such as the performance of chores. In the case of an elder or a traditional leader, villagers must for a stated period abstain from all chores and festivities. The commissioner for culture, religion and languages commission Nomalanga Tyamzashe speaks to Mpho Letsholonyane on POWER Lunch about this age-old custom.</p>

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<p>Join Kwena Moabelo as he takes the South African story further with fresh and engaging conversations. POWER Lunch gives the listeners an overview of what is happening around the world. This is a powerful news and actuality programme with topics ranging from the serious to the hilarious.&nbsp;</p>