JOEL & KAMIKAZI

You are invited.


Kigali, Rwanda  ·  Saturday 29 August 2026

Joel Kashaija
& Kamikazi Gahiga

are getting married.

The celebration

18h00

Intare Conference Arena · Rusororo

Church ceremony earlier that day · 13h00 · IFAK Chapel, Kimihurura

Joel and Kamikazi

Saturday 29 August

On the day of our wedding, at 13h00, we will have our church ceremony in an intimate service at IFAK Chapel in Kimihurura, officiated by His Eminence Cardinal Antoine Kambanda.

Reception
The main celebration

Wedding Reception & Dinner

18h00

Saturday 29 August · Intare Conference Arena, Rusororo

Smoking & long dress

Earlier that day

CrossChurch

Church Ceremony

13h00 · IFAK Chapel, Kimihurura

An intimate service, officiated by His Eminence Cardinal Antoine Kambanda, Rwanda’s first cardinal. All are welcome.

Cocktail

The order of the day.  Doors at Intare Conference Arena open at 18h00 and dinner follows. If you plan to join the church service, please be seated at the chapel by 12h45.

What to expect in August.  Kigali is dry and mild at this time of year, around 26°C by day and cooler in the evening. A light layer for after sunset is a good idea.

Getting there.  If you would like help with a driver between the chapel and Intare Arena, Sandra can arrange it — her number is below.

The first chapter, celebrated in August on the shores of Lake Kivu. Kept here for those who were with us, and those who followed from afar.

Lake Kivu, Karongi

Lake Kivu, Karongi

6 August

Welcome Reception

Thursday 6 August · Kigali

Private residence, Nyarutarama

8 August

Gusaba Traditional ceremony

Saturday 8 August · Karongi

Private residence, Lake Kivu

9 August

Morning by the Lake

Sunday 9 August · Karongi

Brunch, Lake Kivu

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 there, on the shores of Lake Kivu, that the Gusaba took place.

The welcome reception · Kigali

If you wish

Your presence is already everything.

For those who have asked, here are a few ways, each close to our hearts.

01

The Registry

A list, delivered to London

02

Honeymoon

Our first adventure as husband and wife

03

Causes we care about

Giving beyond our home

We did not plan a list at first, mostly for practical reasons. Since so many of you have kindly asked, we have put one together. To keep things simple, the delivery address is Kami’s in London, which avoids customs formalities on arrival in Kigali.

Joel & Kamikazi’s gift list
Hosted on Prezola · delivered to London
view the list

Towards our first adventure as husband and wife, on the East African coast. Thank you for contributing to this beautiful journey.

Joel & Kamikazi’s Honeymooncontribute

Causes close to us, working with great commitment for the communities around us. If you would like your gift to reach beyond our home, we would be grateful.

Solid’Africa
supporting community-led food initiatives
*182*8*1*043172#donate
Maison Shalom
building futures with care and dignity for refugees
*182*8*1*052423#donate
Learn more: solidafrica.org  ·  maisonshalom.org

Where to stay,
and what to see

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. For those travelling in for the wedding, we suggest arriving by Friday 28 August.

Kigali, recommended hotels

We have a discounted rate here — please mention Kami & Joel when you email their reservations team at reservation.kigali@movenpick.com.

Anything you need

Sandra can assist with hotel bookings, private drivers, and anything practical during your stay in Kigali.

Practical arrangements Sandra Kundwa, +250 738 392 627

General enquiries guestrelations@joelandkami.com

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.

Manzi Isibo — isibom@wildernessdestinations.com

Dining in Kigali

Brunch & lunch

  • Indabo
  • Kivu Noir
  • Heaven
  • Fika
  • Lemon Kigali
  • Le Petit Chalet

Dinner

  • Repub
  • Kōzo
  • Poivre Noir
  • Szy (100% vegan)
  • Kultura
  • 14th Avenue
  • Soy
  • Luma & Lua

Bars

  • Imizi
  • Rüa
  • Boho
  • Atelier du Vin
  • Lavana

Activities in Rwanda

Kigali

  • Gihanga Institute of Contemporary Art
  • Inema Arts Centre
  • Irebe Baskets
  • House of Tayo
  • Sonia Mugabo
  • Asantii
  • Abraham Konga

Musanze (~2.5 hrs from Kigali)

  • Meza Malonga culinary experience
  • Mountain Gorilla Trekking
  • The Ellen DeGeneres Campus
  • Lava Bike Tours
  • Virunga Mountain Spirits Distillery

Nyungwe (~5 hrs from Kigali)

  • Rainforest Canopy Walk
  • Chimpanzee Trekking
  • Bird Watching
  • Zipline
  • Waterfall Hike

Akagera (~2.5 hrs from Kigali)

  • Game Drive
  • Hot Air Balloon
  • Lake Ihema Boat Drive

Let us know

Do let us know whether you will be joining us on 29 August.

If you have not yet replied, please do so as soon as you can

Wedding ReceptionSat 29 August · 18h00 · Intare Arena
Church ceremony (optional)Sat 29 August · 13h00 · IFAK Chapel
I won’t be able to attendSending love from afar

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