The King of Barotseland, Litunga does not attend funerals because he represents the continuation and prosperity of the nation, traditionally he cannot associate with death or mourning.
The main reason why even people or individuals who go to attend funerals at the mortuaries or graveyards they are not allowed to see him until when the new moon arrives.
Instead , delegation of Senior Indunas or a Prince will be sent to represent the Litunga and people of Barotseland.