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About UFPASA

A national association built on dignity and unity.

UFPASA (United Funeral Practitioners Association of South Africa) is a national association representing funeral parlours across South Africa, with a focus on transformation, unity, professionalism and protecting the interests of an emerging and established funeral practitioner community.

Purpose

Protecting and advancing the profession.

The association advocates for fair regulation, recognition by government and the upliftment of previously disadvantaged funeral parlour owners.

“To be the leading, recognized voice for funeral parlours in South Africa, ensuring dignity, professionalism and sustainable growth of the funeral industry.”

Two men holding a certificate in front of UFPASA vision and mission banners

Mission

Our industry objectives.

  1. 01Unite funeral parlours under one national body.
  2. 02Promote compliance, ethics, hygiene and quality service.
  3. 03Engage government on regulation, health acts and industry transformation.
  4. 04Provide training, support and business development for members.
  5. 05Protect the interests and integrity of the funeral profession.

Values & Principles

The principles that guide us.

Ubuntu & Dignity

Every family deserves dignified burial and respect for the deceased.

Integrity & Ethics

Highest standards of service, transparency and honesty.

Unity & Transformation

Inclusive growth for black emerging parlours.

Professionalism

Compliance with health regulations, training and standards.

Advocacy

Represent members as an official body to government and stakeholders.

Community Service

Serve members with care, compassion and accountability.

Leadership

Meet our leadership

Mr Klaas N Tshiluna

President

Mr Klaas N Tshiluna

Mr Sibusison S Gumede

Deputy President

Mr Sibusison S Gumede

Mr Sibusiso S. Gabela

National Chairperson

Mr Sibusiso S. Gabela

Mr Moedi Sello

Secretary General

Mr Moedi Sello

Meet our NEC & regional coordinators

Governance

Governance & accountability.

UFPASA's members subscribe to the association's Code of Conduct and Pledge. Details of the constitution and governance structures will be published here once confirmed.

Awaiting confirmation from the executive committee