#kibuye

The swimming cows

Kibuye, Rwanda 2019

📷 Leo Kinet

The heart of Kibuye beats rhythmic drumbeats of a rich and vibrant culture. Its people are warm, welcoming, and have an enviable resilience. A walk through the town and interactions with locals provide a deep understanding of their history, lifestyle, and traditions. Cuisine: A Feast for the Senses Rwandan cuisine is a sensory delight, and Kibuye adds its own distinctive flavor. The city's specialties revolve around fresh fish from Lake Kivu, cooked in traditional methods and served with local produce. Do not miss out on 'Isambaza', a small sardine-like fish, commonly served fried or in a rich tomato sauce. Exploring the Natural Beauty of Kibuye Kibuye promises its visitors an intimate encounter with Mother Nature. The lush green hills surrounding the lake create a serene backdrop, perfect for hiking or a quiet retreat. Boat trips around the lake offer a chance to discover the diverse fauna, including various bird species and playful otters. An Evening in Kibuye As dusk descends on Kibuye, the city glows under a fiery sunset, the lake mirroring the dramatic sky. The evening comes alive with the scent of cooking fires, the sound of music, and the vibrant energy of night markets. This is Kibuye. A place that speaks to your soul, inviting you to stay a little longer. Concluding Thoughts Kibuye's magic lies in its simplicity and authenticity. Its allure is in its people, its culture, its flavors, and its unspoiled landscapes. It's not just a city; it's a lifelong memory waiting to happen. "Travel is more than seeing sights; it’s a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living." – Miriam Beard. Read the full article

Happy New Year 2020 . It was a great night with this views from my office @greenhillsecotours . @rwandagovt @umurungiruth @kivubelt_ @rubavudistrict @karongidistrict #nyungwe #kibuye #lakekivu #goma #virunga #volcanoes #gorilla #gorillaz https://www.instagram.com/p/B6y1eXEAFxL/?igshid=1d1xl5qw5ivc8

hello everyone 😊! my name is Gloria Hortence @gloria_hortence , I am an illustrator and an interior designer based here in Kigali , Rwanda 🇷🇼 . And I’m taking over @postcardsfromhomenet this week 😃. I truly believe that “Peace” is the other name for home so I have decided to share with you different pictures from kigali and from a village in the western province of Rwanda where my grandparents live. All those pictures will be followed by some of my favorite quotes that explains what a home is to me 🙃. Welcome to a county of thousand hills #rwanda.....Hope you enjoy 😉.... @gloria_hortence @photinipap @postcardsfromhomenet #rwandaful #kibuye #karongi #rwanda #visitrwanda #window #sunlight #morning #trees #bluesky #homestyle #homesweethome #home #homedetails #house #houseandgarden #garden #africa #africanhouse #africanhomes #africandesign #eastafrica #beatifulhome #beatifulhouses #bestview #views (στην τοποθεσία Kibuye) https://www.instagram.com/p/BoUMPY8nVZT/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=jr1afpvwkzp0

Medical care is not the only service provided by the medical center at Kibuye Hospital.  Partnering with UNICEF, kibuye Hospital offers Burundi people fortified grains that fight malnutrition.  This is especially important, since Burundi is heavily overpopulated based on the amount of available arable land.  

Next door to Rwanda lies a small country with a tumultuous history.  Unfortunately, this nation ranks consistently as one of the top 3 poorest countries in the world.  To make matters worse, a violent civil war spanning a decade, with ongoing intermittent violence has prevented the country from moving forward as other African nations have done.  Despite the challenges that Burundi faces, the country is blessed with groups of individuals who have dedicated their lives to improving the quality of life for the Burundi people.  One of these fascinating people is Wills Eye Hospital’s very own, John Cropsey, MD.  John was raised in a missionary family, spending most of his life until High School living in West Africa. He came to the USA for further education, but John always knew that he wanted to return to Africa one day to continue medical mission work.  After attending medical school at the University of Michigan, John was accepted to residency at the Wills Eye Hospital and obtained the prestigious title of co-chief resident during his senior year.  After graduation, he and his wife moved to Kenya to gain an understanding of sub-Saharan eye care under the tutelage of Ben Roberts, MD at Tenwek Hospital.  After two years, John set out to build his own eye center.  However, he was not alone.  Classmates from medical school had a similar passion to John and they set out on a group effort to improve the medical care and quality of life of the Burundi people.  There was even another addition from Wills Eye Hospital.  Darrell Baskin, an Air Force veteran and Wills Eye Hospital retina fellowship graduate has recently relocated his beautiful family to Burundi to join in the fight against reversible blindness.  I had the great privilege to visit John Cropsey, Darrell Baskin, and their families at Kibuye Hospital Eye Clinic in Burundi.