Relationships

Relationships through culture, tradition, and modern African realities, especially for Africans at home and in the diaspora.

  • Ask This Before Introducing Him or Her to Family

    Introducing him or her to family is a major relationship step especially within African families and culture-driven homes. There is simply nothing casual about it. Instead, it sends signals of seriousness, intention, and long-term potential. What may feel like a simple introduction can quickly turn into expectations around marriage, commitment, and family roles. So before…

  • Attraction or Cultural Values? The Relationship Question Most People Avoid

    Attraction is usually the first thing we notice in a relationship. It’s usually that instant physical or emotional excitement. That thing that gives you “butterflies in your tummy.” However, as time goes on and real life begins, you get to discover that chemistry alone isn’t enough to sustain a relationship.Now let’s talk about cultural values….

  • 5 Important Questions to Ask Before Getting Serious in a Relationship

    Getting serious in a relationship isn’t just about feelings; it’s about having clear direction. You can like someone, enjoy their company, and still be moving toward very different futures. And in many African relationships, especially for those dating with marriage in mind, that difference matters more than we often admit. For Africans at home and…

  • CK Relationship Feature: “How We Met” with the Makhs

    Lovely lessons to be learned from the Makhs about how they met. And they’ve been together for over 12 years now? We also grabbed some excerpts of their story so you have strong points to ponder. You can leave any thoughts you’ll like to share in the comment section below. Excerpts: Know the Why… she…

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    How to Organize Your Ruracio Budget [UPDATED]

    So you’re engaged. Congratulations! Now comes the part that makes many couples reach for something stronger than chai: planning the Ruracio. If you’ve been anywhere near social media lately, you’ve probably seen the videos. The groom arrives in a helicopter. The bride’s family receives cows draped in designer fabrics. The decor looks like it was…