The Tema Traditional Council (TTC) has introduced a set of by-laws to regulate the conduct of funerals and related social activities within the Tema Traditional Area.

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The Tema Traditional Council (TTC) has announced new bye-laws aimed at regulating funerals within the Tema Traditional Area.