Resources
Practical guidance, for a difficult time.
Funeral Planning
Practical, step-by-step guidance for planning a funeral in Zimbabwe.
What to do when a loved one dies in Zimbabwe
A calm, ordered checklist for the first hours and days after a death — who to contact, what to gather, and what DFS handles for you.
Read guide →5 min readThe funeral planning checklist
Everything worth deciding in advance, in one printable list — from the service and venue to personalisation and hospitality.
Read guide →Diaspora Family Support
Planning and supporting a funeral from abroad.
The diaspora funeral planning guide
How to plan and support a funeral in Zimbabwe when you live abroad — protection, coordination, communication and being present remotely.
Read guide →6 min readHow to plan a funeral remotely
A practical walkthrough of arranging a funeral from another country with DFS coordinating on the ground.
Read guide →4 min readPreparing to travel home after a bereavement
A short guide to getting home for a funeral with as little added stress as possible.
Read guide →Grief & Bereavement
Understanding grief and finding support.
Legal & Estate Planning
Wills, estates and protecting your family's future.
Funeral Traditions
Honouring cultural and religious funeral traditions.
Financial Planning
Planning ahead so cost is never the deciding factor.
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Whether your family needs the essentials handled with dignity or a farewell designed entirely around your wishes — that decision is yours, and the commitment to deliver it is ours.