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Welcome to my homestay!
We are a family of four, with two energetic and curious sons, ages 6 and 8 and extended family
As a family, we are self-motivated, hardworking, and love building friendships with people from all over the world.
In the evenings, we enjoy playing games with our guests, like IGISORO (a traditional Rwandan game), card games, and board game. If you love games too, bring your favourite one! We’d love to learn it and exchange cultural experiences through play.
We also love teaching guests how to play the Rwandan Traditional Drum, a fun and interactive way to experience our culture!
Our home is always open, and we ensure our guests feel at home from the moment they arrive.
If you’re interested in a comfortable home with a friendly atmosphere, feel free to reach out!
Welcome!
We are a woman-led social enterprise, community-driven based in Musanze, Rwanda, offering immersive, eco-conscious travel and volunteer experiences that support women, youth and local communities in meaningful ways.
Our Mission
To empower local communities, especially women and youth by creating sustainable homestay networks, delivering authentic cultural exchange, protecting the environment, and offering travelers experiences that go far beyond the typical “tourist day”.
Meet Our Team:
Cleaner: She ensures our space is clean and welcoming for all. From sweeping to disinfecting, she plays a crucial role in maintaining a comfortable environment.
Tour Guide: He provides engaging and informative tours, sharing fascinating cultural and historical insights. His goal is to ensure guests have an unforgettable experience!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Interests
Videography
Sustainability
Writing
Drawing & painting
Performing arts
Photography
DIY & crafts
Art & design
Yoga / Wellness
Fitness
Self development
Movies & TV
Farming
Events & social
Culture
Charity work
Plant care
Music
Languages
Gardening
Cooking & food
Books
Team sports
Outdoor activities
Nature
Hiking
Dancing
Camping
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
1. Getting insights into the daily lives of local communities.
2. Engaging with us and creates friendships connections that last long after the trip.
3. Learning to prepare authentic Rwandan dishes such as Isombe, Ubugari or Imvange.
4. Experiencing the joy of playing traditional Rwandan drums or participating in cultural dances like Intore
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
1.Community Library & Learning Hub (Kibeho)
I grew up in Kibeho, a rural village with a rich cultural heritage but limited access to educational resources. As a child, we had no public library, cultural center, or safe space to learn, exchange ideas, or explore our talents. Books were scarce, and most learning happened only within schools, leaving little room for self-discovery, creativity, or exposure to diverse knowledge. Even today, children in Kibeho lack access to books and safe learning spaces.
We seek to establish a community library and cultural learning hub integrated with homestay tourism, traditional dance and drumming programs, and health education, creating a safe, inclusive, and resource-rich space for the entire community.
Your support can open doors of opportunity, inspire young minds, and strengthen our community.
There are many ways you can get involved:
* Are your favorite books all shelved and unused? Give them a second life! A single book can spark a lifetime love of reading!
* Heading to Rwanda soon? Why can’t you make your journey even more meaningful! Collect gently used books from school libraries, public libraries, bookstores, or even friends, family and neighbors. Pack them in your luggage and personally deliver them to us or reach out to us, and we can arrange to pick up the books directly from the airport.Your suitcase could be the start of a brighter future for a young reader
* Join us in setting up the library, organizing books, or leading reading sessions.
* Share your talents, storytelling, arts, drama, music, or digital skills to inspire children and youth.
* Help us to find partners either organization, school, or cultural center to provide resources, mentorship, or training.
* Share our story with friends, schools, or book clubs.
* Raise awareness in your community about the need for access to books and safe learning spaces.
2. Homestay Network Development
Co-create the flagship homestay property and support Community Homestay Network initiative. We are transforming family homes into eco-friendly homestay equipped with solar energy, clean cooking solutions, and water- and energy-saving systems. Be part of this journey toward sustainable and inclusive tourism, help us to research possible partners , funders and platforms to support our goals and assist with hospitality training. Also help us with interior design.
3. Environmental & Eco-Initiatives
Transform my home into a green home.
I’m starting a family project to turn our home into a beautiful green home, a space that is eco-friendly and sustainable.
This is a family initiative and I hope it will grow into a larger community project in the future because in Rwanda, many families include also ours do not have access to affordable fresh vegetables and fruits. We rely on markets where prices are often high and unstable. As a result, we struggle to afford a balanced diet, leading to nutrition challenges and food insecurity.
My vision is to create a home that embraces natural living, with spaces that inspire creativity, sustainability, and connection to nature and can become a model eco-home and learning garden for our community.
Ways you can help:
*Design and plan gardens and compost systems
*Plant vegetables, flowers, and fruit trees
*Build sack gardens or container gardens
*Help organize and beautify outdoor areas
*Take photos and videos to document and share our progress
4. Assist my kids with creative activities like arts and crafts and teaching them music instruments (guitar), games or nature activities.
5. Help us document our experiences through photography or videography .
6. Assist in creating content for our social media ( creating videos, photos, and stories. to showcase or tours and homestay progress.
7. Teach us how to bake bread, cakes, cookies and how to cook your favorite food.
Send us a paragraph about what you’d like to bring and learn, dates available and any relevant skills. We’ll chat and find the perfect match.
We look forward to welcoming you into our community.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Kinyarwanda (Rwanda): FluentThis host offers a language exchange
Spanish
Accommodation
We provide a comfortable home where you’ll feel at home and part of the family.
1. 5 Bedrooms: Four of the bedrooms share one bathroom.
2. Kitchen: Perfect for preparing meals.
3. Dining Room: A space to share meals together as a family.
4. Parking: Space for multiple vehicles.
5. Warm Family Atmosphere: Live with our family of 4 + little Sabina, her mom and my brother.
What else ...
Things to Do in Your Free Time
Explore Local Attractions:
1. Visit Volcanoes National Park
2. Hike at Twin Lakes (Ruhondo and Burera)
3. Musanze Caves
4. Visit Waterfalls
Engage with the Community:
1. Attend traditional dance performances or music events.
2. Visit local markets to shop for handmade crafts and fresh produce.
3. Attend community work every Saturday end of the month
Available Transport Options
Taxis: Affordable and reliable taxi services are available, and we’re happy to help you arrange one at a fair price.
Motorcycle Taxis (Moto): A common and adventurous way to get around town quickly.
Public Buses: Budget friendly buses connect Musanze to Kigali and other towns.
Walking: Our neighborhood is safe and walkable, allowing you to explore local sights on foot.
How Helpers Can Spend Time Off
1. Relax and read a book on our veranda .
2. Learn how to play traditional drums.
3. Enjoy family game nights with us or introduce us to your favourite games!
4. Plan a weekend trip to Lake Kivu for breathtaking views and water activities.
5. Engage in discussions about Rwandan history and culture.
6. Learn a few words of Kinyarwanda.
7. Playing basketball, volleyball or other sport at Musanze youth center
Our Commitment to You
We want all our helpers to feel at home, and we value cultural exchange. Whether you’re learning from us or teaching us something new, we believe in creating a memorable and impactful experience.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Room office or at the veranda with reliable internet for video calls, online work, and communications.
Space for parking camper vans
Safe and peaceful parking space.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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They helped me a lot in the garden, especially with preparing the compost. Szab also taught my kids how to play the guitar.
They are kind, respectful, and full of positive energy. I will definitely keep them close to my heart and always remember their time here. I highly recommend them to any host!
When I arrived, I was immediately welcomed into the family by her 2 kids and their 2 cousins, who were also there for the summer holidays. They were a joy to play with, and together we exchanged games (I introduced many games from my childhood, which they were excited to… read more
Tyler, with his dedication and passion, put his heart and soul into creating a professional business plan for my social enterprise Bonnie's Tours & Adventures. I loved seeing him fully focused, working and his energy… read more
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They helped me a lot in the garden, especially with preparing the compost. Szab also taught my kids how to play the guitar.
They are kind, respectful, and full of positive energy. I will definitely keep them close to my heart and always remember their time here. I highly recommend them to any host!
When I arrived, I was immediately welcomed into the family by her 2 kids and their 2 cousins, who were also there for the summer holidays. They were a joy to play with, and together we exchanged games (I introduced many games from my childhood, which they were excited to… read more
Tyler, with his dedication and passion, put his heart and soul into creating a professional business plan for my social enterprise Bonnie's Tours & Adventures. I loved seeing him fully focused, working and his energy… read more
From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warmth, openness, and a genuine spirit of exchange. Bonne & her family went above… read more
During the volunteer hours, we had the opportunity to exchange ideas and feedback based on our respective experiences, as we worked together to shape the vision of the business that Bonnie aspires to build. It was a valuable time of learning, reflection,… read more
I hosted him while I was hosting other 2 Workwayers and it was one of the most heartwarming and memorable experiences of my journey on Workaway.
During his stay, Thibaut gave French lessons to my sons, who absolutely… read more
Nous avons partagé le dîner (les plats rwandais et la cuisine… read more
