What are your favorites in Kigali? Sylvia’s Suggestions….
Looking for something to do? Well, Cousin Sylvia decided to grace the family with a few of her favorites around Kigali. Sylvia relocated to Rwanda in October 2020, in the midst of the pandemic. Sylvia is a lover of all things that are creative and finds herself deep in that zone. This past New Yorker...
Why You Need NEW US Dollar Bills in Rwanda
Yes!! It’s true. Basically, Rwanda will not touch your US money if it is older than 2009. Period. There is no bargaining or pleading you can do, banks won’t touch and even shops have been told not to touch it. So, if you bring any old bills…you just cannot use them. The reason is because...
What is a VPN and Why You Need One
I’m not going to lie, when I first heard about a VPN, I never thought I would ever need one. It sounded like something those fast talking hackers use when they are trying to take over the world. Why would a good upstanding citizen need to reroute their internet connection? Well, I was dead wrong...
Come Meet the YouTubers of Rwanda
Here are popular youtubers who post videos regarding life, living or tourism in Rwanda. Please note that the youtubers that we showcased are members of My Cousin Connection and have requested their channels to be featured. Visit Plan Venture VisitPlanVenture started her journey in Rwanda late 2020 and has regularly posted videos on Youtube explaining...
Important Apps to Use In Rwanda
The following are some must need apps to help you get around Rwanda or navigate your life a bit easier. We asked fellow expats to weigh in on this list as well, so it is always growing. WhatsApp WhatsApp is the most used method of communication internationally as it is a texting, calling and video...
AirBnB Spots By Our Members
Sometimes you may want to find a familiar face when it comes to choosing a place to host you. Here we are posting the information and contact details to short term rentals (AirBnbs) that are owned by members of My Cousin Connection. They are listed in no particular order. House of Navaeh House of...
Things You Should Not Do While Visiting Rwanda
So there are things that you should know before visiting Rwanda. These things can greatly improve your knowledge and your trip. We brought together a brief list of things you should NOT do during your time in Rwanda. Bring plastic bags into the country Rwanda is incredibly clean. Unlike many of its East African...
