Rwanda gears up for Kwita Izina

 

(Posted 02nd September 2026)

 

by Charlotte Beauvoisin / Publisher of Diary of a Muzungu and the East Africa Travel Podcast

 

An overnight flight for an early morning arrival in Kigali Rwanda ?? as the country gears up for the 21st edition of #kwitaizina gorilla naming ceremony.

It’s all about the gorillas this week!

I’ve been lucky enough to attend on a number of occasions. It’s a world class event and I’m thrilled to be back again.

This week I’m recording a podcast episode. I’ll be asking media friends and conservation and tourism experts: What’s special about Kwita Izina?

Who’s invited? And what are my top travel tips?

After 15 years regular travel in and around Rwanda, I have plenty to share.

In Rwanda this week? Let’s meet!

Thank you and murakoze cyane

 

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