Charlene Ruto has lifted the lid on how her two wedding ceremonies came together, revealing that the planning duties were shared between two key people in her life.
Two days after her wedding on 6 November 2026, Charlene took to social media to reflect on the milestone, writing:
“6.11.2026 was a day I was truly looking forward to and couldn’t wait to happen!”
Why Isaya planned his white wedding
The first daughter was candid about the roles played by her mother and her husband.
For the Koito ak chaik, the engagement and farewell ceremony, her mother stepped up and did most of the work. When it came to the white wedding, that responsibility fell squarely on Isaya’s shoulders.
“In my koito ak chaik (engagement and farewell), my mother did most of the heavy lifting and for the wedding, my husband did most of the heavy lifting,” Charlene wrote.
She noted that her own involvement was largely in decision-making, with the full picture only becoming clear to her on the day itself:
“I helped in much decision making but saw the final outcome on the day as I experienced the beginning of our joyfully ever after!”
Charlene did not spell out a cultural explanation for the arrangement. However, the division she described aligns with how ceremonies are traditionally structured in Kalenjin culture, where the Koito is typically organised by the bride’s family, while the groom’s family takes on the costs and planning for the white wedding.
How Charlene celebrated her husband
Beyond the logistics, Charlene also used her post to speak about what the ceremony meant to her personally, particularly the moment she exchanged vows with her new husband.
“Having a chance to tell my dear husband all that was in my heart and to say ‘YES, I DO!’ was a dream come true and something no eye could have seen and no mind conceived!” she wrote.
She closed her reflection with a declaration of love and commitment:
“I love my dearest Isaya Yunge and it is my utmost joy to submit to him as his wife!”
The post offered fans a rare and personal glimpse into how the couple’s big day unfolded behind the scenes, painting a picture of a celebration shaped by both family tradition and the groom’s dedication.
