Welcome to the NFDA

Unite the funeral industry.
Represent all members of the NFDA.
Support all cultures & religions.
Service the nation with- Compassion & respect; Quality service; Professionalism; Ethical standards.

Who We Are

National Funeral Directors Association of Southern Africa.
We serve the Republic of South Africa and all SADEC countries.
We are a voluntary association, not for gain or profit. (Article 21 company)
We are governed by a Constitution and an Executive, elected annually at the Annual General Meeting.
The NFDA is the oldest professional body of the funeral directors undertakers in Southern Africa.

Our Purpose

To promote and maintain high professional and ethical standards in the funeral profession.
To ensure that those working in the funeral profession are properly trained and equipped.
To protect the interest of both NFDA members and the public who are served by the members.
To ensure that members comply with the legal requirements governing the funeral industry.
To interact with authorities of the state to facilitate good legislation and practice for the profession.
To promote co-operation with other professional bodies in the interest of the funeral profession.

Join Us

Membership of the NFDA is open to all companies of funeral directors(undertakers) in Southern Africa as well as those serving the funeral profession (i.e. monumental masons, manufacturers of coffins/caskets, funeral equipment and vehicles).
There are various categories of membership catering for the requirements of the above.
Those wishing to join need to accept the NFDA’s Code of Conduct as a basis for doing business, uphold its Constitution and meet the minimum health and professional requirements of the NFDA.
A prospective member needs to fill in a detailed application form, pay R400 administration fee upon acceptance, and pay the respective annual fee.

Member Benefits