The Angusu clan of Wanga sub-tribe of the Abaluhya still bury their elders while seated: This is the burial of Mzee Raphael Ichechi Musebe who died aged 102 years. Note the shape of the coffin allows a sitting position.[Benjamin Sakwa, Standard]
Amid the melodious beat of traditional drums (isukuti), four bulls went at the mound of fresh soil above the grave...