It’s taken me nearly a month and a half to begin to feel like I’m settling in. For weeks, I’ve felt a little off-kilter, as though I haven’t quite found my footing or settled into my new surroundings. But today felt different. Today, I was able to simply be. To…
We are currently living in an area called Zindiro, which feels a little more rural than the city of Kigali. It’s interesting how a place can seem so close to the city on a map, yet getting there can be quite an adventure! Although Kigali isn’t far away, a trip…
Finding a Little Piece of Home in Kigali 🇷🇼🙏One of the things I was happy to discover in Kigali was Regina Pacis Catholic Church, a prominent Roman Catholic parish located in Remera, Kigali. Having an English Mass available was such a welcome find! The church is large and was well…
We visited Zaria Court, an exciting new development in Kigali’s Sports City district, and enjoyed walking around the central court. This innovative project has transformed a historically significant modernist building into a vibrant hub for sports, entertainment, hospitality and culture. Originally built to accommodate athletes near Amahoro Stadium and BK…
Motorcycle taxis, locally known as motos, are one of the most popular ways to get around Kigali. With thousands of these bikes navigating the city’s streets, they have become an essential part of everyday life. It is estimated that around 25,000 moto-taxis operate across the capital. Safety is important, and…
One of the joys of being in Rwanda is discovering the little places and unexpected experiences that make getting to know Kigali so special. On one of our outings, we decided to visit Kigali Heights, a modern destination in the heart of the city, known for its restaurants, boutiques and…
The Great Apartment Hunt We had been strongly encouraged to find somewhere close to our workplace — and I can now understand why. When you don’t have a car, when you are relying on cabs and when the roads are steep and winding, proximity suddenly becomes very important! So, we…
Our first week in Kigali was… tough. Not terrible. Not frightening. Just harder than I expected. We had arrived at a lovely hotel, our apartment was comfortable, the food was good and the service was wonderful. But once we stepped outside the hotel, reality hit. There didn’t seem to be…
And then there is food. If you know us, you know that we are foodies. Exploring a new place through its food is one of our favourite things to do, so naturally, we have already started exploring our options in Kigali. While we were staying at the hotel, we made…
And then, suddenly, it was time. After all the planning, lists, packing, goodbyes and those quiet moments of wondering, “Are we really doing this?” — we were finally on our way to Rwanda. Our journey began with Ethiopian Airlines. I have to admit, I was pleasantly surprised by the amount…