JOEL & KAMI
Rwanda · August 2026
A celebration in two chapters,
across the country we call home.
Gusaba
8 August 2026
Karongi · Lake Kivu
Wedding
29 August 2026
Intare · Kigali
How it began
One day, a man approached a woman and told her, quite seriously, that her phone might get compromised if she tapped it to pay for her coffee.
She smiled, slightly confused, slightly amused, and went ahead anyway.
What he managed instead was something far less technical.
He found a way into her heart.
The celebrations
Thursday 6 August · Kigali
19h00 – 22h00 · Private residence, Nyarutarama
Casual chicAn informal gathering in Kigali to welcome guests arriving from near and far. A chance to settle in, reconnect, and begin the celebrations together.
Lake Kivu, Karongi
Saturday 8 August · Karongi
13h00 – 18h00 · Private Residence Lake Kivu, Karongi
Traditional or cocktailBrunch · Lake Kivu
Sunday 9 August · Karongi
11h00 – 15h00 · Private Residence Lake Kivu, Karongi
Casual (swimwear encouraged)If Karongi had to be distilled to one word, that word would be serenity. A place of great family significance and memories and it is here on the shores of Lake Kivu, that the Gusaba takes place.
Getting to Karongi. Karongi (Kibuye) is approximately 3 hours from Kigali. Group transport will be arranged for guests travelling to the Gusaba weekend. Pick-up points and departure times will be shared in advance with the option of returning after the Gusaba on Saturday 8 August early evening or Sunday afternoon.
What to expect in August. Karongi enjoys dry, mild weather in August with daytime temperatures around 24–26°C and cooler evenings by the lake around 15–17°C. We recommend light layers and something warm for after sunset.
The wedding · 29 August 2026
We are honoured to have our ceremony officiated by
His Eminence Cardinal Antoine Kambanda
Rwanda’s first cardinal
Your journey
Kigali International Airport (KGL) is well connected from Europe, the Middle East, and across Africa, via RwandAir, Qatar Airways, KLM, Brussels Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. We recommend arriving by Wednesday 5 or Thursday 6 August if you are joining the full weekend.
Kigali, recommended hotels
When booking, please quote: Joel & Kami Wedding 2026
Karongi, for the Gusaba weekend
Dining in Kigali
Activities in Rwanda
Sandra and Adelin can assist in planning your travel, including hotel bookings, airport transfers, private drivers, and local guidance across Kigali and Karongi.
For those who would like a more bespoke journey, Wilderness are award-winning luxury Africa specialists, ideal for guests extending their visit into a wider East African itinerary or with specific requirements.
Manzi Isibo — isibom@wildernessdestinations.com
RSVP
Do let us know which celebrations you plan to attend.
Please respond by 15 May 2026
Gift registry
Your presence is already everything.
For those who wish to contribute, here are two ways close to our hearts.
Thank you for contributing to this beautiful journey.
