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Why you should buy life insurance

In many African cultures, thinking about, or even planning on life after death, is often considered a taboo. As a result, many are wary about purchasing life insurance.

In the past, in the event of the death of parents, there were many relatives who would step in and take care of the orphaned children. Not to mention that the offspring would still inherit ancestral land, ensuring their social and financial security.

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