The first stage in the ruracio process is “Kumenya mucii” where the groom and his family get to know the bride’s home.
The next step is the ” Kuthanda ithigi” which means “planting a branch of a tree”. This is symbolic of the bride being ” booked “.
Then the actual dowry payment ” ruracio”.
After the payment of the dowry, the bride’s family gets to know the Groom’s home.
The final stage is the actual Traditional wedding ceremony – “Kuguraria”.
