From Tete's home
Ekeragerio
The Abagusii ceremony at which the groom's family formally visits the bride's family. Elders lead the conversation, bride wealth is honoured, and the families bless the union and welcome one another as kin.
The traditional wedding of
Ian&Tete
Ekeragerio·Koito
Kunoni Gardens, Ongata Rongai · from 10:00 AM
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An invitation
With joy & gratitude
Two families, two heritages and one love story. Together with our parents and elders, we invite you to witness the coming together of our homes as we honour the customs of our people.
On this day the Abagusii Ekeragerio and the Kalenjin Koito meet under one sky, with blessings spoken, gifts exchanged, and two families becoming one.
It would mean the world to us to have you there, in your finest, to eat, dance and celebrate with us.
Ian & Tete
Two traditions, one day
Where our families meet
Our ceremony brings together the customs of both our homes. If it is your first time at either, come curious; there will be plenty of people happy to explain each moment.
From Ian's home
Koito
The Kalenjin ceremony that seals the agreement between the two families. Gifts are presented, elders give their blessing, and the bride is received into her new family with song, dance and a shared meal.
The details
Friday, 18 December 2026
Arrival
From
10:00 AM
10:00 AM
Please be seated by 10:30 AM when the families arrive.
Order of the day
How the day unfolds
Timings are a guide. On a day led by elders, the best moments sometimes take a little longer.
Guests arrive
Welcome drinks in the gardens and finding your seat.
The families arrive
Ian's family is received by Tete's family, with song and introductions.
Ekeragerio
Elders meet, bride wealth is honoured and blessings are spoken.
Lunch
A shared feast of traditional and contemporary dishes.
Koito
Gifts are presented and the union is sealed before both families.
Cake, toasts & dance
Speeches, cake, and the dance floor opens.
Farewell
A final blessing as the day draws to a close.
A few of our favourite days
Ian & Tete
Dress code
Heritage chic
Come dressed in elegant African or traditional-inspired attire: kitenge, Maasai shuka accents, beadwork, a sharp suit or a flowing dress. If you would like to match the day, our colours are below.
Burgundy
Sage
Matte white
Gold touch
The day is outdoors on grass. Block heels or flats will serve you well.
Please read before you RSVP
A note for our guests
18+
An adults-only celebration
We adore your little ones, but we have planned this as an adults-only day (18 years and over). We kindly ask that children stay home and enjoy a cosy day in, so that you can relax, dance and celebrate with us.
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Named guests only
To keep the day intimate, invitations are for the named guests only and we are unable to accommodate plus-ones. Your personal e-invite, with its QR code, will be checked at the gate.
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A word on gifts
Your presence is the greatest gift we could ask for. Should you wish to bless us further, an envelope towards our new home together will be received with heartfelt thanks.
With love, Ian & Tete
Kindly respond
Will you join us?
Confirm your attendance below and your personal e-invite arrives in your inbox straight away.
Please respond by 30 November 2026- iEnter your name exactly as it appears on your invitation.
- iiWe create your personalised e-invite with a QR code for the gate.
- iiiIt is emailed to you as a PDF. Keep it on your phone for the day.
RSVP received
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