I URGENTLY DRIVE TO KIGALI, THE CAPITAL OF RWANDA |S3EP5|

I love the solo overland expedition across Africa so much. It's the biggest adventure of my life. But my body is absolutely broken. I need to stop and to take care of it if I want to keep on going with overlanding. I decide to drive to the capital of Rwanda, Kigali, with my Toyota Hilux Rafiki. I will learn so much about the cleanest capital of Africa! Watch the episode to learn with me!
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[@tapashpaul4141]

Just like your car, you need to take care of your body, which is going thru lot of strain. Maybe YOGA could be of some help. You appear to be quite strong mentally and physically. So keep going!! You surely will complete what you aim to achieve. All the very best and love .🎉

[@CharlineRibotta]

Your message goes straight to my heart. You have no idea how it makes me feel. Thank you for your support and for believing in me 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@robertburton.wandering.won9154]

It's so good to see you look after yourself and take these little vacances, to allow your body to recuperate. And it's nice to see you look after Rafiki too: he clearly appreciates it, and that's why he looks after you so very well 😊. It is interesting to see Kigali and Rwanda through your eyes... because of the politics and media in the UK, Rwanda is painted as an awful place, but you show us something very different. I was so nervous when the petrol truck was in front of you!🫣 But I was really impressed by the people on bicycles carrying hundreds of bananas!👏👏👏 As always, Charline, you make the best videos 😊👏

[@CharlineRibotta]

@@robertburton.wandering.won9154 thank you so much my dear friend! Yes that truck was pretty close! So happy you enjoyed beautiful Rwanda 💙

[@boosta173]

I'm a Kigali resident & i think that bridge you passed by was completed about 6months ago, it means you upload videos after quite some time😯

[@CharlineRibotta]

So happy it’s now finished!!! Yes, I post with delays because I had no time to make videos when I was traveling🙏🏽

[@brianfourie9671]

Look after yourself. When you are enjoying the adventure, it shows on the presentation !!

[@CharlineRibotta]

Exactly! Thank you so much 🙏🏽

[@asifzafar6875]

Dear Charline good day watch your third video about capital Kigali very interesting and informative now in this video you looking fresh due two days rest pls use car back cushion providing lower and middle relief preventing back pain enjoy African countries with your amazing videos take care stay safe stay blessed ❤

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much my dear Asif! Your words are so helpful! The back cushion is helping me so much…but I so need these days off the road to recalibrate and help my back feeling better and stronger now! Thank you for the amazing support!

[@AsadShah-go4xi]

Don't worry charline, you will be get well soon and our best wishes are always with you. Don't be let down your self, it's a part of journey. Everything will be fine. You just need a rest for 3 or 4 days. Then everything will be fine. Take care and hope to see you again more energetic. 🌹 for you 😊

[@CharlineRibotta]

Your message is so beautiful! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your support and compassionate words with me 💙

[@user-ce2gy5oe2p]

Hey Charline, If you wash your SEAT COVERS in any STREAM on your way, because its very easy, I myself am doing the same way !!!!!

[@CharlineRibotta]

Good tip! Thanks dear!

[@mary333j]

Rafiki looks great, cleanliness is good for mental health and physical health, I can relate driving for long hours, you definitely need a rest and some good stretching 🦋 Congratulations your channel is growing and getting more views 💜

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much for your kindness and encouragement Mary! A good rest is key in this type pf adventures💙

[@mary333j]

@CharlineRibotta 😊 I completely understand, I'm driving the yellow school buses to pick up and drop off the kids at school and home, I have long runs "AM & PM" 5 - 5.5 hours a day, I know it can be tiring and cause pain....I think I'll be going back to my clerical office job 🤞🦋

[@CharlineRibotta]

@@mary333j no way!??? Such an interesting job you have! But I can imagine your back…thank you for the advice and love again💙

[@machador38]

Get well soon. Drink lots of water. (boiled if possible). Take good care of yourself. Thanks for sharing🙏

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much for taking care of me 🙏🏽 Drinking warm water is the best of ideas!

[@RoyHeritage]

I remember driving long hours up North in Ghana. My back hurt like crazy, so I can feel your pain. Wishing you speedy recovery Charline🎉. The Tent beds are not always so comfortable as well, but u need to take a few days off driving sometimes to relax and regain your energy back. You can always stop at my Airbnb and spend all the days you need to relax and get back on the road if you need to. Have fun, enjoy the the adventure, at the end of de day, it’s all about the memories we create while on the road. Gods speed dear 🇬🇭

[@CharlineRibotta]

I just love your words of kindness. Thank you so much man, it means a lot. I really hope these days off at the hotel will be benefit and enough to get back on the road soon and for another long period of time! 💙

[@RoyHeritage]

@@CharlineRibotta awesome 🔆glad ur taking that break 🙂

[@nicrodrigo]

I love the way you live your life, the happiness and goodwill towards everyone you meet and what you do with Rafiki. I wish to live like that too. Cheers!..

[@CharlineRibotta]

Such nice words Nic! Thank you🙏🏽 I hope you’ll be able to live this one day🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@nicrodrigo]

​@@CharlineRibottaAbsolutely, you really make me want to live like that and I will live

[@CharlineRibotta]

@@nicrodrigo it makes me so happy for you 💙

[@nicrodrigo]

@@CharlineRibotta 💙💙

[@jazziergf927]

And this one with full lights on (🤨🙄🤣) Get well soon Charlie ! actually never hear much about your back these days...you'da twooper ! 😤😅🥰😍😜as always🙏 ❤🕊🐪🐪🐪🐪

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you my friend! So much appreciated these days 🙏🏽

[@terry4265]

So glad I found you. You and one other Site have turned out to be my favorite because your so down to earth and honest. Hope your back gets better soon and I won't say this every time, but I just love to hear you laugh. Enjoy and I'm jealous. Ha :)

[@CharlineRibotta]

You are so kind! Thank you for writing this, it makes me very happy! I try to rest and to stretch…I hope for the best! 😊

[@Joe.m7736]

That woman who is stitching doorstep rug she is very beautiful 🎉❤

[@CharlineRibotta]

She is!!!!! 😍😍😍

[@user-ce2gy5oe2p]

Massage is good for your back pain and I suggest you to learn some tips from the massager " HOW TO DO SOME EXERCISES FOR 20 MINUTES AFTER EVERY 4 HOURS WHEN YOU ARE TRAVELING " Because you are always on the move !!!!!!!!

[@CharlineRibotta]

Yes I actually watch some tutorials now😂

[@didpoetry]

Rwanda is beautiful

[@obsieheissen]

maybe you should do a retreat.....slow down....no need to rush especially when the body-mind is in pain/ not ready etc.....i hope you find a safe place to recharge.....best wishes from hamburg ! o

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much for your kind words! You are so right…indeed…time to recharge the batteries🙏🏽

[@parfaitndayikeza6071]

Take care of yourself and hope to see you soon..i love your personality..i wish you a quike recovery

[@CharlineRibotta]

So kind!!! Thank you so much💙

[@ahmedfaarah9677]

We are waiting when you reach kigali

[@CharlineRibotta]

🙏🏽💙

[@ranjatsonalain1104]

Hi. My encouragement from me to you. Best regards

[@hanman3335]

Life is about experience, make sure you have all the vibes, no worries

[@CharlineRibotta]

Such a nice message! Thank you 🙏🏽

[@ahmedfaarah9677]

I love your vidoe and your adventure

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much dear!

[@CyrusDaily8820]

Very nice video ❤❤🎉🎉

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much💙

[@teamunimogdubai.nomadsover1678]

Big Big Big respect for you ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ericugiringabire1044]

Most welcome to kigali🇷🇼🇷🇼

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much dear 💙

[@godfreyleonad7437]

Rafiki mzuri kwa safari, 👍

[@CharlineRibotta]

Asante rafiki💙

[@marceloconstantinoordonezm4862]

Te espero Pronto Por Sudamérica cuando pases el Sur de Venezuela por la Gran Sabana Suerte❤

[@CharlineRibotta]

Me encantaria irme ahi! Seguramente t lo dire! 😃

[@ranjatsonalain1104]

Hi. Very sincerely I hope you to feel rapidely better. Best regards

[@asifzafar6875]

Dear Charline watch your third video about capital Kigali very interesting and informative

[@CharlineRibotta]

So happy you enjoyed!

[@sarfrazkhan1952]

Beautiful & brave & strong lady ❤❤❤❤❤

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much dear 💙

[@sarfrazkhan1952]

@@CharlineRibotta you welcom but u not reply on insta me

[@Amegan-hg8bc]

Bon rétablissement Charline

[@CharlineRibotta]

Merci infiniment !

[@mohammadsohail9126]

What a Journey of your life ! Thats is Amazing ;" where you leave Europe and chosen Journey around the world with close to Nature...Good idea ....Boom ❤ 😊😊😊 keep going on . I support you & im going to subscribe write now!! .from India.

[@CharlineRibotta]

You are the kindest with your words of support and motivation! Thank you Mohammad, it means so much to me 🙏🏽💙

[@mohammadsohail9126]

@@CharlineRibotta ❤ keep going on .

[@CharlineRibotta]

@@mohammadsohail9126 💙

[@ebasesamson3412]

You are doing great 👌

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much!

[@Luvaido]

Take care of yourself girl... ❤❤❤❤

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you a thousand times💙

[@amanbarla9606]

Proper rest is required in between .....in order to keep going . Take care

[@CharlineRibotta]

You are so right…thank you so much🙏🏽

[@songamberegroup9837]

Welcome in our kigali I can be happy to meet with you

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much dear! I have left already but will come back😍😍😍

[@suroor92]

Love to see you with RAFIKI 😅 you must visit Gulf countries Specially Oman you falling love to visit ❤

[@CharlineRibotta]

It’s definitely on the list! Thank you so much dear 💙

[@yonasalemu5699]

wow i love rafiki ❤❤❤

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you!! It makes me so happy!!💙

[@pete_surgeon]

Am very impressed that you reply to comments. It must be tedious and tiring. Keep it up. Maybe 50%. The interaction will help your channel grow. ✅️

[@CharlineRibotta]

it is but I love my interactions with people in here:)

[@abbas431]

Sitting and driving for long periods are the worst for your back. Take frequent breaks and incorporate some back physio exercises as part of your daily routine. I used to suffer a lot from back issues as well but I'm ok now.

[@angatuedward6580]

Hi CH. I do long distance driving and sometimes in a heavy truck. Stomach upset is not easy to control. Imagine you had to stand in a strategic position. Please learn some breathing exercises. You'll get some 85% relief if you master the art of controlled breathing. Stay safe

[@CharlineRibotta]

Very very important advice, thank you so much for sharing with me, much appreciated! I will thus try to do some breathing exercises then!

[@ahmedfaarah9677]

If stay in kigali i would like hug charline

[@CharlineRibotta]

So kind💙

[@enjoyabid522]

Hello mam nice videos good lak🎉❤

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much dear! 💙

[@adnanjaradat825]

Great lady 🌹

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much man!🙏🏽

[@godfrednartey]

Ma'am please 🙏 when you're tired please rest for us 😊

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you dear 💙

[@peterdelossantos5987]

hi Charline, Your back pain resulted mostly from your daily long driving w/o proper acu in your car… when you are driving w open window, you will not notice your back sweating or perspire and dries up… you go to massage parlor or a therapist at once while its only a minor pain…

[@CharlineRibotta]

Very interesting….I never thought about this actually…thanks a lot! Will defo pay more attention now…🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@hkabir2521]

Welcome to Bangladesh!!!!!

[@CharlineRibotta]

💙

[@Abdullah-hb6sf]

Welcome to Kenya though am from Tanzania 🇹🇿

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much dear!💙

[@Abdullah-hb6sf]

Most welcome dear friend, when you visit to Kenya be free to check me up

[@CharlineRibotta]

@@Abdullah-hb6sf I will💙

[@abednegoanyieni2464]

😊

[@mohdnaim6419]

❤❤

[@CharlineRibotta]

💙

[@kasmilimsigwa4421]

🇹🇿🇹🇿🇹🇿🇹🇿

[@CharlineRibotta]

💙

[@asifqayyum573]

😮👏👌👍😍

[@g.m.hermann]

mon "chez moi" depuis 27 ans deja ! !

[@harerimanaseleman9726]

I see you came to Rwanda in 2022 Anyway, Welcome back dear!

[@CharlineRibotta]

Yes! I was to busy posting while traveling…it’s impossible for me😉 Thank you dear!

[@Love_rainy_days]

I see my Chiropractor a couple times a month, he has save my back. On long drives I stop and stretch and walk a while allot. Don't blow your back at age 36. Get a better bed.

[@CharlineRibotta]

You are so right…I’m literally ruining my back…I so need to think about a better solution…

[@shahidhabib1702]

You need a rest for few days.so please take a break.

[@CharlineRibotta]

I will, you are so right…🙏🏽

[@TAPANiDEEP]

To ease your travel, try sleeping on hard surface, use a back bone support belt, press your butt hard to the loest part of your car seat while driving, do some streatches, may be these will help.

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you so much💙

[@machador38]

Awesome women's project! Do they have a website for their products?

[@CharlineRibotta]

They don’t! I told them they should…you should write them on Facebook! Facebook page: Urugo Women’s Opportunity Center, maybe they will create a website if many ask them to do so!🤞🏽🤞🏽

[@johnlucala1532]

Rest sister,the body need rest...

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you dear John💙

[@Alikhantanoli-yf6mo]

I love you dear sister 😚😚

[@CharlineRibotta]

💙💙💙

[@Alikhantanoli-yf6mo]

@@CharlineRibotta 🫶🏻

[@Thetrendsafrica]

Hopefully this was recorded like long ago

[@CharlineRibotta]

A few months ago indeed😊

[@Luke-san]

It's good to see the not always so nice sight of travelling. On some other channels everyone is always happy, healthy and when something is wrong it's always a drama to get the views. Never forget that you have 1 major advantage. Time is on your side, you don't have to be anywhere and there is more adventure ahead, if not today, next week, then the week after. It sucks to be in pain but if you know it will get better then you will enjoy those moments in good health more. Here I am normally in my office job sitting staring at my screen for hours till I can go home. At least in Saudi, hey instagram, I see roads are more gentle for your back. Btw I don't mind the swearing in French, makes people sound more human than artificial superstars. And the videos and reports amaze me, things we do not see or hear here. I so so look forward to see the next adventure videos.

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you for message a thousand times!!!! Your words just put a smile on my face because being authentic and true is my number one rule in here…I’m the first one bothered and frustrated with perfect travel blogs and perfect travelers…nothing’s perfect and some challenges suck! A lot! I’m happy to count people like you in here, it means a lot. 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@user-eo7dc9jj7u]

I took personal pleasure… but yes I can come and see you anywhere and any place …

[@CharlineRibotta]

Thank you 😃

[@Hej411]

This video is over 7years old goddammit..i have driven same route and its very different

[@CharlineRibotta]

7 years ago 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I didn’t even have a car at that time. You are so wrong my friend, you defo didn’t drive that road!

[@Best_Of_All_Time]

i think we needed massage footages also!

[@CharlineRibotta]

Nope!

[@TahirVlogs-110]

Like ❤❤😊😊

[@CharlineRibotta]

💙💙💙

[@TahirVlogs-110]

@@CharlineRibotta like 🌹🌹

[@dancankiiruwanjohi8770]

Rafiki where can I order a afridge rike that of ours.

[@CharlineRibotta]

My friend, I actually do not recommend the fridge I have…it broke down many times…

[@georgezibuye1062]

May you please try a malaria test?

[@CharlineRibotta]

I should…but I think this stomach pain is linked to my backpain…😫

[@Homoerectus-zd7vc]

Charlene, try to buy extra mattress I am a lorry driver i know lower back pain

[@CharlineRibotta]

You are so right!!!! Omg lorry driver…man you are my hero🙏🏽

[@Homoerectus-zd7vc]

@@CharlineRibotta thank you Charlene and I hope one day we will meet on the African roads, say hi to your friend RAFIKI very brave 🫡

[@nisueliezel8811]

I like visitors in my country mybe if I'll be interested I'll visit all countries with you 😊 Thanks. But you took this video a long ago

[@CharlineRibotta]

I will come back for sure and I’d be so happy to meet! 🤗

[@nisueliezel8811]

@@CharlineRibotta okay most welcome back in Rwanda/Kigali ☺️

[@razatech514]

You should be more careful about you because you are travelling alone dear❤

[@CharlineRibotta]

I try my best :)

[@salehibrahim1956]

Why can't you take rafiki to a car wash?

[@CharlineRibotta]

Because it doesn’t need it

[@mugisha1990]

Just come to Uganda I will give u free accomodations and food

[@CharlineRibotta]

You are the kindest!💙

[@ruzimabonieck6908]

You're traveling alone, how do you deal with loneliness?

[@CharlineRibotta]

I feel lonely surrounded by humans…so that’s the reason why I needed to be on my own😊

[@user-ce2gy5oe2p]

I suggest you during every day driving, if you stop your vehicle after every 3 hour, and start 10 minutes STRATCHING !!!!!!!!

[@CharlineRibotta]

I normally stop every 2 hours and I do some squats along the road…but I should stretch instead you’re right…

[@Introverted_Outlander]

For your body aches and pains, I would increase your consumption of natural healing herbs and roots and see if you couldn’t find either an acupuncturist or perhaps a hot stone therapy massage. And then take time to let your body rest.

[@CharlineRibotta]

Best advices ever. I try to drink as soon as I think about it but…defo not enough. I didn’t know about herbs, thank you so much!🙏🏽

[@tonydownunder5703]

Take some time out baby you need to look after yourself. If you want me to airlift you out just let me know and I’ll high jack a chopper to get you 🤣👍👍👍. For every four weeks driving you need to stop for one week’s rest. And think about fitting a new drivers seat one that is comfortable, Coz those factory seats are shit !! Especially when you’re sitting in them all day long on dirt roads there back breaking 😡😡😡😡 get yourself a rally seat that the end of each day you will say can’t wait for tomorrow 👌. You put a lot of time and effort into your videos so why not put time in looking forward yourself ? It’s not rocket science !! Ones again thanks for sharing 💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪✊✊✊✊✊✊✊✊👍👍

[@Rubayiza23]

This video is for two years ago 😂

[@CharlineRibotta]

Nope! Less 😉