In a vivid tribute to his lifelong profession, a Ghanaian fisherman was laid to rest in a custom-made, fish-shaped coffin—a nod to his years spent working on the water.
A video of the symbolic burial, shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) by user @SIKAOFFICIAL1, shows pallbearers carefully transporting the intricately designed casket through a cemetery in Ghana. The footage, which has since gone viral, captures the unique cultural practice of honoring the deceased with so-called “fantasy coffins”—elaborate caskets crafted to represent an aspect of the individual’s life.
The tradition, which originated among the Ga people in southern Ghana, is rooted in the belief that funerals are not only a time to mourn, but to celebrate the personal story and identity of the departed.
The coffin’s design has sparked widespread discussion online, with many praising it as a creative and heartfelt gesture. Others responded with humor or critical reflection, pointing to broader social concerns.
“He used to catch fish for people to eat when he was alive but now he has been placed in a fish after his demise. Tables always turn I guess,” wrote one user.
“If we put creativity into technology, we’d be better off than in funeral,” commented another.
While reactions vary, the burial has drawn renewed attention to Ghana’s vibrant funeral traditions—where art, identity, and farewell converge in unforgettable ways.
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