WHEN an artiste dies, the curtain may fall and the music may fade, but the weight of their passing will no longer become a financial burden on their family.
Too often, behind the scenes of a vibrant creative life lies the harsh reality of families left scrambling to cover funeral expenses, now, a new partnership between the Zambia Association of Musicians (ZAM) and FSF Zambia Limited aims to change the narrative, offering funeral insurance that ensures musicians are honored with dignity, without placing unnecessary strain on their loved ones.
Set to roll out on October 1, 2025, the agreement aims to lift the heavy load that funeral costs often place on artistes and their families, ensuring they are not left struggling in times of loss.
ZAM President Brian Bwembya explained that the new scheme will see FSGZ offer a range of funeral service packages at varying costs, tailored to suit individuals, families and even extended households.
Bwembya AKA B Flow described the partnership as a significant move toward ending the long-standing stigma and dependence often seen when artistes pass away.
He said it helps to do away with the “culture of public appeals” that has overshadowed many funerals in the industry.
Bwembya further expressed ZAM’s dedication to making the initiative a success, assuring FSGZ of the Association’s active involvement.
He noted that collaborations like this are instrumental in improving the welfare of musicians by easing the emotional and financial pressure during times of bereavement.
“ZAM will be responsible for promoting the scheme to its members, collecting application forms, and ensuring the timely payment of monthly premiums to FSGZ,” he said.
The entire scheme will therefore be overseen by FSGZ, which will be in charge of enrolling members, preparing insurance policies, handling claims, and coordinating all funeral-related arrangements.
By Sharon Zulu
Kalemba September 15, 2025
