An invitation to celebrate

Kennedy & Didimalang

4 April 2027 Avianto, Muldersdrift

Kennedy and Didimalang walking hand in hand along a London street

Kennedy & Didimalang

Together with the people we love

From near and far

A day made sweeter
with you in it.

We cannot wait to celebrate our wedding with the people who mean the most to us. Whether your journey is across town or across the world, we are so grateful you are part of ours.

The two of us

Our Story

Kennedy and Didimalang sharing a playful fist bump during their engagement photoshoot

“You're exactly where you need to be to learn the lessons, meet the people and have the experiences you need to have.”

This love story begins as many others do — with divine providence governing the time, the place and the people.

A Zimbabwean Ndebele man and a South African Motswana woman walk into a church in South West London, UK. What felt like chance at the time has proven to be a divinely orchestrated encounter — a song, a smile and an introduction among friends that would change the course of history.

He pursues; she, in turn, receives and reciprocates. Three years, countless memories, and keen observations later, their story culminated into a lobola delegation and proposal. And now, you are about to honour them with your presence in the greatest celebration of love, commitment and family!

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

“When the time is right, I, the Lord, will make it happen.”

— Isaiah 60:22

The Wedding

A black-and-white portrait of Kennedy and Didimalang laughing together

Sunday

04April
2027

Avianto

Muldersdrift, Gauteng
South Africa

Ceremony and arrival times will be shared here once confirmed.

Save the date

Dress code

Black tie

Gentlemen

Tuxedos/evening suits

Ladies

Formal evening attire in different shades of dark green or wine.

Kennedy in a black dinner jacket and bow tie, leaning against the railing on Millennium Bridge

Ladies' colour palette

Dark green
ForestEvergreenDark olive
Wine
OxbloodBurgundyMerlot

The setting

A little countryside magic.

Avianto's gardens, stone architecture and river setting bring us together in Muldersdrift, west of Johannesburg.

Plot 69, R114 Driefontein Road
Muldersdrift, 1747, South Africa
Kennedy and Didimalang smiling together beside a lamppost outside St Paul's Cathedral

A lifetime of little moments.

And one unforgettable day.

Accommodation

A guest room at Avianto Hotel01 / On the estate

The closest stay

Avianto Hotel

Stay on the wedding estate in the hotel village. Rooms and suites make this the simplest option for enjoying the day without a journey back to another hotel.

If online rooms look sold out, contact reception directly. Some availability is held for direct enquiries.

Enquire & book
Glenburn Lodge with its gardens and outdoor terrace02 / Room to unwind

For families & friends

Glenburn Lodge & Spa

A countryside stay with hotel rooms, suites and two- or three-bedroom chalets. A useful choice for guests who would like more space or to stay close to their group.

Off-site. Arrange a return transfer to Avianto and confirm room occupancy directly.

Explore & book
The arrival lounge at Vivari Hotel and Spa03 / A special escape

Boutique & spa

Vivari Hotel & Spa

A boutique hotel in leafy Featherbrooke, with contemporary rooms, dining and a full-service spa. A lovely base for making a longer stay of your trip.

Off-site. Book spa treatments separately and pre-arrange your wedding-day transport.

Explore & book

A few more possibilities

Find your stay
on Booking.com

Three additional nearby stays for your visit.

The Journey Here

A little planning, a warm South African welcome.

JNB

For international arrivals

O.R. Tambo

Our recommended gateway for guests flying to Johannesburg from abroad. Pre-book a hotel or private transfer to Muldersdrift.

Allow roughly 60-90 minutes on the road as a planning buffer, with extra time for traffic, immigration and baggage. This is not a guaranteed transfer time.

Airport transport
HLA

A nearby alternative

Lanseria

Closer to Avianto and useful for connecting domestic journeys. Check the current routes and your complete itinerary before choosing flights.

Avianto describes Lanseria as approximately 15-20 minutes away. Allow extra time and avoid tight, separate-ticket transfers between JNB and HLA.

Airport transport

Before you fly

A guide for
our international
guests.

Please check the rules for your passport and your whole itinerary before booking, and again before departure.

Passports & visas

Visa requirements depend on your nationality, not where you live. Check South Africa's exemption rules for your passport. If a visa is required, obtain it before departure; visas are not issued at the border.

For full British citizen passports: current UK guidance permits tourism visits of up to 90 days without a visa. Your passport must be valid for at least 30 days after leaving South Africa and have at least two blank pages. Other passport types and transit countries may have different requirements.

South African dual nationals should check which passport they must use. Carry your accommodation details and onward or return travel confirmation.

Your customs declaration

Since 1 July 2026, travellers entering or leaving South Africa must submit an online traveller declaration before travel, apart from limited paper-based exceptions. Each traveller must be covered, including children.

Complete the declaration through SARS and keep the email confirmation on your phone or printed. Follow the customs instructions it contains. This does not replace a visa.

Official SARS declaration
Health & travel insurance

A yellow-fever certificate is required for travellers over one year old arriving from a risk country, including certain airport transits longer than 12 hours. Ask a travel-health professional about your complete route well before departure.

Muldersdrift is outside South Africa's designated malaria-risk areas. Safari extensions, including Kruger, may need different precautions. Get advice for every destination on your trip.

Arrange travel insurance covering medical care, disruption and any activities you plan. Keep essential medication and prescriptions in your hand luggage.

TravelHealthPro guidance
Travelling with children

Document requirements depend on nationality, guardianship and who accompanies a child. Check Home Affairs and your airline well in advance, especially if a child travels with one parent, another adult or alone.

Travel-document guidance does not indicate whether children are included in your wedding invitation.

Official entry guidance & Home Affairs links
Money, time & staying connected

Currency: South African rand (ZAR). Carry a backup payment method and use ATMs in secure locations. Check your bank's international fees.

Power: bring an adaptor specifically labelled for South Africa. Large three-round-pin sockets are common; check your devices' voltage compatibility.

Time: all wedding times will use SAST (UTC+2). Johannesburg does not change its clocks for daylight saving.

Connection: check your roaming or eSIM plan before arrival and download hotel and transfer details for offline use.

Stay a little longer

A Taste of South Africa

An exhibition inside the Maropeng Visitor Centre

01 / History & discovery

Maropeng
Visitor Centre

Explore human origins through the exhibitions at the official visitor centre for the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site.

Allow a relaxed half-day including travel. Check tour tickets directly; Sterkfontein Caves is a separate visit.

Plan your visit
The exterior of Mandela House at 8115 Vilakazi Street in Soweto

02 / A historic address

Mandela House

Visit Nelson Mandela's former home at 8115 Vilakazi Street in Soweto, now a museum preserving the Mandela family legacy and South Africa's struggle history.

Allow time to explore Vilakazi Street. The museum is cashless and closes on selected public holidays; check visitor information before travelling.

Plan your visit
Open safari vehicles on a guided drive at Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve

03 / A wildlife outing

Bothongo Rhino & Lion
Nature Reserve

Book a guided game drive or explore the reserve's self-drive routes for a wildlife experience in the Cradle region.

Check operating days, weather, age limits and activity availability. Follow reserve rules and stay in designated areas.

Plan your visit
Kennedy and Didimalang walking hand in hand beside a leafy garden and stone monumentKennedy and Didimalang holding hands, showing their engagement ring

You might
be wondering.

When and where are we celebrating?

Sunday, 4 April 2027 at Avianto, Muldersdrift, Gauteng, South Africa. The ceremony time, exact event space and arrival instructions will be added once confirmed.

Wedding details
How do I RSVP?

RSVP details and the response deadline will be shared once confirmed.

What should I wear?

The dress code is black tie for gentlemen. Ladies are invited to wear formal evening attire in different shades of dark green or wine. Please see the colour palette in The Wedding section.

View the dress code
Will there be a wedding shuttle?

Wedding shuttle arrangements have not yet been confirmed. Please do not assume that booking one of the listed hotels includes wedding transport. We recommend discussing a return transfer with your accommodation provider.

Can I request an accessible room or route?

Please discuss accessible rooms directly with your chosen hotel before booking. Avianto has several event spaces with different approaches; contact us through your invitation for wedding access requirements so the correct route and seating can be confirmed.

Can I bring children or an additional guest?

Please refer to your personal invitation for who is included. We will share any further guest-policy details directly.

Where can I find official travel guidance?

Official links are included beside the information they support. Please consult them before booking and before departure.

International guest guide

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Kennedy and Didimalang silhouetted together with St Paul's Cathedral in the distance

Photo credits & information

Couple photography: Ashley Bloom Photography. Final edited photographs provided by the couple.

Destination images: Avianto, Glenburn / SA-Venues, Vivari, Maropeng, Mandela House photograph by L-BBE / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0; resized), and Bothongo / Activitar.

Hotel and activity links are suggestions, not reserved inventory or guaranteed availability. There are no affiliate tracking codes. Prices and schedules should be checked directly.

This page does not collect RSVP responses or personal information. External booking and government websites have their own privacy policies.