Kigali Rwanda: Village People and Village Life

On Christmas day I did a video of me walking through a beautiful neighborhood in Kigali showing beautiful homes, gardens, greenery, and scenery. I stated in that video that I would be posting a video showing a different side to bring some contrast to the narrative. This is also what life is like in Kigali.
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[@kwameefah776]

I am from, Ghana, West Africa, and I consider this "village" actually a very beautiful town community. It has the usual mix of haves and have-nots, clean but unpaved roads, etc., beautiful happy faces. I am really impressed by the cleanliness. I have lived and travelled very extensively in some of the more famous places in the world (NY, Boston, London, etc), but I always find this kind of environment to inject peace and calm into my spirit and being.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Exactly my friend, exactly. You can feel the peace and calm in the air. You feel apart of the environment...

[@jayhendricks67]

It's just so sad the Politicians are so Greedy

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

@@jayhendricks67 Yep, seems to be the norm everywhere.

[@kabayizawilly6659]

That’s not the village lol 😝 next Time ask them to take you in the real village

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

@@kabayizawilly6659 Theres all sorts and kinds of villages. Whats real to you may be unreal to others.

[@isiomaamma9869]

Rwanda reminds me of the Caribbean where where i'm from ,just beautiful !!!!!

[@eaj2900]

I was thinking exact thing

[@fitawrarifitness6842]

For real its looks just like village life in the Caribbean. My fathers village had tatch roofs and mud floors when he was a child, in my generation the houses were wooden, now its mostly concrete houses but still quite rural.

[@mamizeehshonesty367]

I love the village simple life, I miss the dirt, the smell of the mud and people living a free life

[@christopheeasyme4782]

It’s a sweet village

[@malka6754]

This place is still clean in the village. nice

[@thebill8891]

I was about to say that too Cleaner than Accra city in Ghana Kigame must come and rule Ghana we beg him Our leader in Ghana is a liar and joker We live in a shit hole

[@Jesuslovechild1]

I like how they use decorative plants in front their homes and even though this is a village it is relatively clean.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

The entire country has taken on the pride of cleanliness.

[@mbakovalens3710]

@@AfrikanLifestyle it's from the culture,Rwandan kings &queens were very clean which is how they led the country,they had days the nation would get together and clean which they called"umuganda" and is still done today once a month.

[@funfamily9209]

They live in peace and happy with stress free more than those who are rich people can't be able to sleep I really like this life for really

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

There is extreme poverty and much stress in the village. I have had extensive conversations with many here and they have confirmed this.

[@edmund6392]

Please do more neighborhood walks. This is the best way for us still in the diaspora to get a sense of the country.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Ok..

[@blackgrey7932]

@@AfrikanLifestyle Did anyone ever call you "Mzunga" while you were there brother?

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

@@blackgrey7932 Yes once at this huge market where I was capturing video. i didn't hear it myself but my friend I was with did and he told me. It's the funniest thing...LOL

[@blackgrey7932]

@@AfrikanLifestyle You can sort of pass for African (plus you carry a good spirit), I think that's why they're attracted to you and dont torment you with Mzunga, but other lighter skinned Black Americans especially biracials say they get called Mzunga almost constantly.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

@@blackgrey7932 I love the black skin I'm in..

[@Jarod-vg9wq]

Hope to visit Rwanda 🇷🇼 someday with other places in Africa, Egypt 🇪🇬, Kenya 🇰🇪, Ghana 🇬🇭, love ❤️ from Canada 🇨🇦

[@omartalha124]

Welcome to Egypt

[@heavenly-love6707]

Ur Apartment is beautiful! I love it! U did a good job bro! Keep it up!

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks so much, I appreciate you...

[@stevenbrown5332]

Very good video to show both sides.... thanks...

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks much...You know some actually got mad at me for this...lol

[@andieslive669]

Love, Honor and Respect to Rwanda. The village and the people are so spirtual and peaceful and the place always look clean and beautiful.

[@TheTransformativeLife]

Even the village is CLEAN

[@gmcoleman56]

I've looked at this and wanted to add to my comments. I already mentioned the vegetable gardens. I notice the children didn't beg for anything. Those little one were bright eyed, big smiles and round faces: healthy. A wellness center (!!!), nice school and a clinic in walking distance (which probably explains the overall appearance of the children). God willing I will see for myself.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Awesome..Yes, the children were the best part, they were so cool and I didn't want me to go....I pray you are able to see it for yourself..

[@JacqueTheRealtor]

I didn’t anticipate such contrast between the homes in the village! Some compounds are just as large and beautiful as what has been shown in Kigali! I love ❤️ seeing the smiles on the faces and innocence of the children. The little boys fist 🤛🏾 bumping were very handsome. Your apartment dwelling looks nice and modern 👍🏾. Is the rent reasonable? Thank you 🙏🏾 for sharing some of the village life.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks so much Jacqueline, I had to pry myself away from the little fist bumpers as they would not let me leave. The rent is reasonable where I'm at. The location is well sought after and popular.r My bed linen is changed out once a week and the apartment swept/mopped for $700. It is normally $800-$1000 but covid has caused many to lower their pricing.

[@esthersipper2640]

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[@fitawrarifitness6842]

This is something that suprised me in Africa also. People would build a mansion in the middle of a shantytown. I think its cool. We in the west might look at it as something that creates envy, but i think they view it as showing the community possibilites.

[@wewillrise8550]

Awww! what SWEET LITTLE ANGELS. THEY ARE SO CUTE! They always know the universal symbol for PEACE AND LOVE.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Indeed they are cute angels...

[@jamesjohn1850]

nice video. what a walk through the neighborhood. I am glad you mentioned the bannana trees next door. I have some of nmy own here in sothern california. I can tell you really love the people of Rwanda. Peace!

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks James...

[@piusbayo7278]

Nice long walk .Love it when brothers like you enjoy Africa.

[@monisamontoya288]

There is a good side to having poorer communities mixed with the affluent- in America most affluent people move to areas where the entire neighborhood is gated including their schools and make themselves inaccessible to others of different economic levels. I like the idea that those who were able to get some prosperity come back to their communities. I am sure that these homes are inspirational to those who are looking to a future and not as disparaging as having all professionals leave the communities altogether and never look back.I attended Howard University in Washington DC and in 1968 the school made the decision to keep the main gate open so that the surrounding community did not feel that we were an untouchable elitist community separate from theirs. It may be symbolic but these symbols have long ranging impacts that we do not see yet.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Great points...

[@stacy2hot]

What beautiful village, look similar to parts of country in Jamaica. This is typical of people who lived in a village get some Money, come back and build their homes. Gorgeous

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks for stopping by and commenting...

[@noordinalenga]

Feels like home and so nostalgic

[@jewelieknight210]

Nice to see it as it is. Thanx, realty in real time. And everybody lives together on the same street, rich or poor. That's africa, always inspiring each other to do more and better. And the peace in the air is amazing. 💙💛💚Rwanda Happy new year and stay safe.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting. I appreciate you.

[@carolinesamuels31]

Thanks for showing the village, not a regular village though, with those beautiful mansions. I love the children, sweet and innocent, just need a little help from us.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks much for your reply. The mansions are on the outskirts leading into the village. You go in the other direction and there will no semblance of mansions but pure village life..

[@koimt6732]

Most African artisans (craftsperson) work very well. They are very inventive and very perfectionist

[@ericatillocksingh6058]

Looks amazing..you never get the rich and poor mix..like that in London...village life looks great

[@eaj2900]

I’m American 🇺🇸 and I consider myself middle class I guess, some of those homes on that dirt road are larger and more grandiose than any home I’ve ever been in. I can actually tell from the video life in that area is much different than anything many of us can imagine....

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

You are exactly right. As revealing as the video is it just the beginning of the story. And, the large grandiose homes you see are a fraction of the American cost. $2000 per month retirement income here and you're well beyond the middle class.

[@tammyjuice]

@@AfrikanLifestyle but are those houses belonging to the villagers or to returning residents and foreigners who come with an investment?

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

@@tammyjuice What does it matter the houses are there and someone is benefitting by thier presence..

[@umukizaliliane5868]

Those houses is not for rent or for government is personal person homes is family have big lands before your parents died they will give you your share to build houses for yourself is not matter you are boy or girl you will get your share you can do it whatever you want

[@umukizaliliane5868]

I am here in America but they gave me my share too I am gone build houses sooner on it and rent them cause I am not there Rwanda is wonderful place

[@Kim-250]

This is one of the newest suburb of Kigali. Those small pockets of old houses will disappear as more people build. Unfortunately the less fortunate get push out of the city. Don't worry the whole neighborhood will eventually be paved.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Exactly...

[@eric.ericson]

Wow. Rwanda is very green and full of energy. I enjoyed your amazing video.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks so much for stopping by and viewing. Don't be a stranger...

[@miolana3777]

The village looks much like some villages in the back woods of Hawaii, USA. It's very clean!

[@Isuraaye]

Brotha Man, Keep these footages coming!

[@youngbidam]

You're a respectable man bro keep it up welcome to Rwanda

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks so much.

[@youngbidam]

@@AfrikanLifestyle thank you for oploading and showing my (our) country

[@crowsandravens8998]

*I love this!*

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thank you..

[@Sidetracked_in_Macau]

Real nice walk, and real nice environment too.....nice people. Interesting road seeing the immense wealth of those large properties, but still in front of a very fully occupied street of many people everywhere. Nice shops set up throughout too.

[@mawugbozo]

Beautiful village

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Yes yes...

[@soundcityeducation6692]

I live in the uk come and see dean avenue in Bolton a sithole... the village is cute with beautiful kids 😍 💕

[@marilynnjones951]

Thanks for giving us a balance of Rwanda and her people. The tour reminds me of living in the country with dirt roads in Georgia. Life for people is so universal in terms of wealth and poor. The kids seem happy and so for them,there is always hope. Question; We're you selling the new apartment to the young lady?- - seems like you're getting a lot from the real estate training. Keep the videos coming.!

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks so much. The young lady was looking to rent vs buying...

[@lionheart7418]

Its good to see wealth and simplicity living hand in hand and not what exists with gated communities closed off to them selves. Thanks for showing life in the realest sense . I Thinks there is true value in this type of community structure

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Indeed...Its beautiful here to see how those that have much and those that don't have as much co-exist.

[@Riversong2024]

Thank you for making this beautiful video and the warmth you bring to others on your walk..

[@nosaodeh3137]

Is better to live in this village than to live on the street of Europe or America or to work 14 hours a day to pay for your rent in Europe or America and a lot of kids are on drugs in Europe or America please living here is heaven the kids are free

[@peterk.4266]

I thought it would be worse. Streets didn`t have any garbage piled up, there was a semblance of a sewage (open, but clearly drained and functional). Frankly, not too bad. Thank you for posting this my man.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

My pleasure Peter and thanks for your comment..

[@christopheeasyme4782]

If you work hard on it you archive it Africa and that’s the way to go .

[@ERICMOOREJAMBOY]

THANKS FOE SHARING, I LIKE THE RESPECT YOU SHOWED TO THESE SWEET LITTLE KIDS.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks so much. How could I not show love, respect and compassion for these little ones. They touched my heart in a way nothing ever has. I was the best part of the trip...

[@jstkmw2639]

For s village, this is beautiful

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Indeed...

[@joannemcmillan3105]

What a warm welcome from those children 😀 😄

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

It was very very touching... I'll never forget...

[@joannemcmillan3105]

@@AfrikanLifestyle so true

[@MaameAfuah]

So Peaceful✌🏽Village is the best place to live👍🏽hmm! l missed those days Back in village 👌🏿👏🏽🙌🏽

[@evelynmcwilliams4148]

Thank you so much for sharing the beautiful village of Kingali Africa. No matter what it looks likes. The shine in the village kids eyes, the happy sounds they make when they play. The communication they have with you. Thank you so much for sharing. My prayer is that our Lord Jesus will grant us His promise, that we shall live in a beautiful city that He has made for us. And we will all be together as one. Thank you, please continue to let those of us who do not have the privilege of visiting the great continent of Africa continue to see it through your eyes.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Yes, this was undoubtedly the most touching moment I experienced in my 3 month stay. Thanks so much for stopping by and adding to the conversation. I appreciate you...

[@ismailsanud1161]

I wish I would be there and enjoy. Love from Malawi

[@whoami2971]

I'm glad that you were able to show a little variety compared to what I normally see regarding Rwanda. My question to you is, What have you done as an individual to change the disparity? My thoughts upon seeing how thing are, was what can I do, in areas like that? I plan to move to Africa and I feel that your video just opened up my eyes to other opportunities to help develop areas like that. I guess I'm saying, "If you see me naked, don't just look at me and talk about me, give me some skills that will allow me to cloth myself".

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks for your reply and your question. Reality check: One does not change the disparity of an entire village or even one family in one visit to Africa. Also, the skills required to help someone "clothe" themself does not happen in one visit. One does not even "develop" an area like this unless you have damn near-unlimited resources and even then you can't help everyone. You have to pick where you're going to serve. Being here on the ground I see the enormous needs whereas you watching this video are getting a snapshot, just a couple pictures in a frame. It's much bigger than you think. When and if you move to Africa the picture may come into focus for you. That being said and to answer your question. I have adopted a couple of charities that I work directly with helping them get funding through GoFundMe campaigns where I have given directly out of my pocket. I have paid bills for families, I have paid school fees for children, I have CLOTHED children, I have fed people on the street. According to some I have inspired and given hope.

[@whoami2971]

You seem a bit salty, I don't need a reality check. As an adult you should realize all comments aren’t given to do harm. Well, I glad that you are trying to help them, I hope that when I move there, I am able to make positive changes to the community also. So, just to be clear, I appreciated your post, and thank you.

[@liveyourlife495]

Thank you so much for this beautiful video!

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

My pleasure...

[@wewillrise8550]

I cant believe the beautiful homes in this village area. thank you! for sharing this. I love these type walks through in the village area. Keep this coming.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks much...

[@jacksonkimenyi3977]

Thank you so much my brother.

[@peterokalo9632]

Happy to see Rwanda 🇷🇼 children’s happy agin after all sad 😢 those day ☝🏽

[@mbakovalens3710]

Not all Rwandans were affected by genocide ,only the Tutsi tribe that was being exterminated by the hutu tribe.

[@marahlia]

Some very nice and beautiful architectures! I like the fact that despite the wealth disparity, everyoby seems to be living in peace and harmony.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Indeed...

[@bessiewilson798]

I just finished watching your video today. I just happened to turn on videos on utube last night and this morning. I have really enjoyed the tour which has broaden my horizon of Africa. I really enjoyed looking at the styles of the homes and the colors are so beautiful. It would be nice to see inside of the apartments if that is possible. Next time maybe? Peace and Love to you.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks so much, I appreciate you. I will share some videos in the futute that will showcase the inside. If you scroll down my videos you may be able to find some...

[@aminarobleh9604]

Just a village and see how is beautiful.some of those mansion are truly gorgeous, if there were infrastructure(roads) this place will be dead gorgeous

[@jbakapez]

Pave those roads and the value of those house will sky rocket.

[@acefrm1593]

Nice video! Very peaceful and calm!

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks much...

[@DMike54]

This is excellent raw footage and is very interesting.

[@simplyrickeeta]

Great video, I hope to be there someday soon! Yes, lol, our little American minds really want that W to be in there.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Just set your intention and start planning. I t will happen before you know it...

[@quietstorm677]

Beautiful homes

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Indeed...

[@cherishamour9920]

It's really clean and there is a lot of potential

[@franciscasimon1901]

I love Rwanda it’s so nice and clean too beautiful would love to visit there ….

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Yes it is. Rwanda is waiting for you to show up...

[@conilynx]

Happy to see the video! Am your neighbor, i work in that same clinic!

[@apocalypse864]

Keep doing this brother, I love watching your videos, very informative.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks so much...

[@donnanarine6044]

And some people living in the upgraded countries don't know how to be thankful I just wish I can visit such places and spend a little time, those that is bless to upgrade their lives I hope they are helping the needy God visit every home I am sending my love from Guyana

[@ria5435]

Thank you brother ,this is indeed awesome

[@Suetvvlogs]

if we western try to carry that much on our heads our necks will crack for sure lol, but it's amazing watching Africans do it, It all about balance, and in the balance department I suck, I can barely stay stable on my bike lol, Rwanda like every other African country the houses the atmosphere give me Caribbean vibe, these images your showing are the same you would encounter on Caribbean islands, I love Rwanda's determination to keep their country clean, even the villages are clean and that is a rare sight in Africa,I think that other African countries should start copying Rwanda in the keeping the country clean department, nice video.

[@esthersipper2640]

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[@Rally328]

Very nice and cleaner than Monrovia Liberia

[@myladcook4779]

Nice balance. That's what I posted on my Facebook page that USA doesn't show the beauty of Africa, just poverty, hunger, tribes and wildlife.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Exactly..

[@marydavis7978]

Who cares what USA does! Want they show their own poverty!😃😃😃

[@jorisbanganshaka8401]

Peace and love, the people are very friendly and generous.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Yes they are. I love Kigali...

[@melanierobinson4152]

New subscriber. I'm coming to Rwanda very soon

[@jzk2020]

Shout out to my village people. Hang on, we're coming for ya'll. Keep working hard, it will get better. The future is bright.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

C'mon lets go, quit waiting around...

[@SARINA2K7]

No country is without poverty.. Rwanda has came a long way since the genocide. The village is very beautiful. England is drowning with poverty

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

I mentioned that in the video.

[@goodtobecaring4035]

Honest post. LOVED THIS.

[@ektorkornoo8806]

Thanks! Very familiar. Thanks especially for going off the beaten paths that we see so frequently on other channels on KZbin. Bravo! In much of Africa, many 'villages' near fast-growing cities soon become transitional and then fully 'certified' suburbs and/or 'hot' neighborhoods. Even if they have title to the such village lands that they occupy, most owners succumb to the legal pressures and/or the moneys offered and move out in favor of the 'visions' of planners, individual buyers, and/or developers. Even some upper-end residential areas (e.g., in Nairobi, Dar Es Salaam, Accra, etc.), soon become unapologetically commercial, hosting big corporations and other enterprises. This 'village' area is likely to become quite different in a relatively 'short' period, if I understand correctly that it is relatively close to, or in, Kigali city and Province (yes, there is a province called Kigali within which is the city by the same name, last time I checked). Thanks again.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

You are 100%correct in your assessment. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@Debtanz49]

Actually, this is the best village I’ve seen among 6 African countries I’ve been too and lived. Rwanda, also has been revived since the genocide. Your place is really nice. Places I’ve stayed were not so nice as yours. You are doing well with this place. Villages in Africa generally are not as not as convenient and awesome as your space! Well I’ve not been to Rwanda yet. It it’s my next stop. Peace!!

[@cafebenze3609]

I, Love village life & man I ALSO LIKE yOU

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks so much...

[@diversitylove5460]

Agora tower. The energy system is water and wind and solar grid to salt water battery. Internet can be the floating system now over Kenya Streets don’t need to be paved if we make pendulum suspension cars of recycled aluminum with airless tires made with recycled rubber

[@miarwanda7805]

Beautiful village, I like that

[@Wako443]

From a village perspective Rwanda is organized 👍

[@PRAR1966]

Nice work man - respect

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks Peter...

[@PRAR1966]

@@AfrikanLifestyle my pleasure, you put the work in and your attitude comes over nicely.

[@dembojuwara9369]

Cleanliness is godliness.

[@gmcoleman56]

I see the small vegetable gardens.

[@joannemcmillan3105]

Thanks for sharing the other side of Rwanda, and yes that's Africa for you, the have and the have not live together and love each other, and that you will see all over the continent !

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks Joanne..

[@africanmindsetseries]

Love this village. Serene, clean environment with a good mix of modest and rich homes and lots of trees and plants. Funny enough, I don't mind the dirt roads either ... I like the blend of nature and modernity. Love the hills, etc. Beautiful village. I'd take this any day over city life. Nice

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

I feel ya 100%...Thanks for stopping by and commenting...

[@mapitsorangaka1030]

Wow beautiful indeed. Villagers build beautiful and beautiful homes too. They have plenty land to be creative and it's cheaper to live in the village. Just like in my country. But it's exceptionally clean.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Exactly...

[@1DNR]

Thank you much.

[@upscreading339]

Love From India ❤️❤️❤️

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks much...

[@mdafser350k]

I am from bangladesh, love rwanda

[@fightforyourright96]

Thank you Brother 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾very interesting how they Life

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Indeed...

[@kaliisathomas1090]

Wawo that’s cool life in village

[@blesseveryonee8416]

I wish to take a tour there...🥰

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

We're waiting on you...

[@jimmyngpchoon9228]

Yes indeed such disparity even on the same street! Hopefully such evident disparities will not translate into something ugly. Rwanda must never return to the strife that it went through in her dark history after so much of success and peace she enjoys now. We here in South East Asia still cringe at what took place in Rwanda in her darkest hour. May God bless Rwanda.

[@joet.kolubah9501]

This village is beautiful

[@gmcoleman56]

Reminds me of my visit to Nigeria

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Really, wow...

[@kasemirojr3991]

You live in a beautiful apartment

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Thanks much..

[@elizabethfrancisco7831]

Beautiful!

[@diversitylove5460]

I want to live in village. I need peace and quiet

[@maliwoodtalks]

This is a great video. What’s the name of the neighborhood? I love how there’s big homes and small ones right across the street.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Kagugu is the area..

[@jacqueline40uwamahoro94]

Nice thanks !

[@blade25qmay83]

For me I associate village with some traditional way of living; such as traditional buildings, open firewood kitchen etc. This however seem more like a low income area as opposed to being a village. Also, it appears to be somewhat well populated, villages are usually sparsely populated or at least not as dense as in what this video is showing. Minus the modern amenities, villages can be a place to get away from stressful city and fast pace life. This community seem to be rather too active for a village.

[@AfrikanLifestyle]

Obviously, there is more than one definition of a village.

[@theonly6359]

Not all villages are like that.

[@marydavis7978]

I've been to many busy and actve villages in Tanzania!😃😃😃

[@boitumelomosimanegape942]

Is this village far from the city of Kigali