Umushanana is usually made of silky and polished materials which helps it flow. Stiff cotton fabrics can give a heavy look and feel. The outfit comprises a wrap skirt bundled around the waist and a sash draped on a shoulder. It is important to choose your colours and patterns according to your body shape and…
The bride’s family is responsible for suggesting what sort of Dowry they would like. The two families then agree on these items, which are to be delivered before their arrival for the next visit. Popular gifts that are given as Dowry for the bride are: Local beer “Amaarwa and Urwagwa”, usually presented in pots. Cattle…
“Gusaba” is a Kinyarwanda word meaning ‘to ask’. It is a traditional Rwandan ceremony where the family of the husband-to-be officially asks for the lady’s hand in marriage. In Africa marriage is seen not just as something that happens between two people, but two families. Marriage ceremonies in Rwanda are no exception, asit is believed…
Gutwikurura is the ceremony of “unveiling”, as the bride is believed to have been “veiled” from the outside world. The Gutwikurura is actually the last phase in the Rwanda traditional wedding process. It is during this phase that the new wife is visited by her family with some gift items to help her settle in…
The Umushana is the traditional attire of Rwanda. It is also worn in Burundi and part of Uganda. It is usually worn during special occasions, especially weddings and is fast becoming a fashion item. Thinking of adorning the Umushana? Pay attention to the following tips: 1. Carefully select your fabric type Umushanana is usually…
In Rwanda, marriage as an institution is accorded much respect and dignity. And like in many other societies, Rwandan weddings have three parts: a traditional introduction ceremony, a religious church ceremony, and a civil ceremony. Rwandese believe that being single especially among women is weird and unacceptable, even though things are a bit different today….
Interestingly, traditional marriages in Nigeria, are very similar in procedure from ethnicity to ethnicity. From family visits, to gifts, negotiations, fanfare et al. And the Yoruba traditional marriage or engagement isn’t an exception. In this article, we are going to comprehensively look into all the stages and its activities. Stage 1: The Introduction The families…
Congratulations as your D-day is fast approaching. But as you look forward to this day, I don’t want you to walk alone or be confused as to what your responsibilities are with regards to the bride price. So I have put together a Yoruba traditional engagement list which should act like a guide/ budget for…
