“Keza, I want to organize my daughter’s birthday for 80 people in Kigali, budget 2 million francs.”
A WhatsApp message. That’s all it takes to launch the planning of your event in 2026. No app to download. No 15-page form. No appointment with a wedding planner. A simple message.
Keza is the AI assistant from SHEREHE, and it lives where you already are: on WhatsApp. In a continent where WhatsApp is installed on 96% of smartphones, it’s a choice that changes everything.
Why WhatsApp and Not an App?
Let’s be honest: how many applications have you downloaded this month? And how many do you actually use?
In Africa, the app problem is threefold:
- Storage space: On a 50,000 RWF smartphone, every MB counts
- Data: Downloading an 80 MB app when a GB costs 500 RWF makes you think twice
- Habit: WhatsApp is ALREADY open. All the time. For everyone.
By building Keza on WhatsApp, SHEREHE made a radical choice: go where people are, rather than asking them to come.
What Keza Can Do
Plan your event from A to Z
Describe your event in natural language, and Keza:
- Analyzes your need: event type, number of guests, budget, date, location
- Proposes a plan: timeline, budget breakdown, personalized checklist
- Recommends vendors: caterers, DJs, photographers in your area
- Creates your event on the SHEREHE platform automatically
All this in natural conversation, as if you were talking to an experienced organizer friend.
Manage your guests
Send Keza your guest list (names and numbers), and it:
- Sends personalized invitations via WhatsApp
- Tracks RSVPs in real time
- Automatically follows up with non-responders
- Sends you a daily report of confirmations
Coordinate vendors
- Compares quotes from multiple service providers
- Sends reminders to vendors before the big day
- Shares logistical details (schedules, address, contacts)
Collect contributions
- Generates a Mobile Money contribution link
- Automatically thanks each contributor
- Keeps you informed of the total in real time
A Real Conversation with Keza
Here’s what a real interaction looks like:
You: Hi Keza! I want to organize a traditional and civil wedding for 200 people in Kigali. Total budget: 8 million FRW. Date: June 15, 2026.
Keza: Congratulations on your wedding! With 8M FRW for 200 guests, here’s what I recommend:
Venue: 2,000,000 FRW (25%)
Catering: 2,800,000 FRW (35%)
Decoration: 1,000,000 FRW (12.5%)
Music: 800,000 FRW (10%)
Photo/Video: 600,000 FRW (7.5%)
Reserve: 800,000 FRW (10%)
I know 3 excellent venues within your budget. Would you like me to present them to you?
You: Yes! And I need a DJ who does Afro + Amapiano mix
Keza: Perfect! Here are my recommendations:
Venues:
1. Kigali Convention Centre – 1.8M FRW
2. Lemigo Hotel Garden – 1.5M FRW
3. Intare Conference Arena – 2.2M FRW
Afro/Amapiano DJ:
1. DJ Marnaud – 500K FRW (top Kigali)
2. DJ Pius – 350K FRW (excellent value for money)
Would you like me to create your event and contact these vendors for quotes?
Simple, natural, efficient. No technical jargon, no complicated menu – just a human conversation amplified by AI.
The Technology Behind Keza
Keza is not a simple chatbot with pre-programmed responses. It’s based on:
- Generative Artificial Intelligence (Claude from Anthropic) to understand natural language
- Event knowledge base specific to Africa (prices, vendors, traditions, seasons)
- WhatsApp Business API integration for a native experience
- Connection to the SHEREHE platform to create events, manage guests and payments
Keza continuously learns from interactions to improve its recommendations. The more organizers it helps, the more relevant it becomes.
Who Uses Keza?
Individuals
Weddings, birthdays, baby showers, family celebrations. Keza is the accessible wedding planner for everyone – even with a modest budget.
Companies
Conferences, team building, product launches, galas. Keza handles logistics while you focus on content.
Organizations
Fundraising, ceremonies, community events. The integrated Mobile Money collection is particularly useful for NGOs and associations.
Comparison: Traditional Planning vs Keza
| Aspect | Traditional Method | With Keza |
|---|---|---|
| Finding vendors | 2-3 weeks | 5 minutes |
| Sending 200 invitations | 3-5 days | 2 minutes |
| Tracking RSVPs | Manual (Excel/notebook) | Automatic real-time |
| Collecting contributions | Cash on the day | Secure Mobile Money |
| Budget tracking | Approximate | Precise, real-time |
| Service cost | 500K-2M FRW (wedding planner) | Free (freemium) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Keza replace a human wedding planner?
No, Keza complements the wedding planner, it doesn’t replace them. For complex events (500+ guests, multi-sites), a human coordinator remains essential. Keza handles repetitive logistics so the planner can focus on creativity and day-of coordination.
Does Keza understand Kinyarwanda or Swahili?
Currently, Keza operates in French and English. Support for Kinyarwanda and Swahili is planned for late 2026. In the meantime, it understands common mixed expressions (Franglais, code-switching).
Is my data secure?
Yes. SHEREHE never stores your WhatsApp conversations. Only the information necessary for organization (names, dates, budgets) is securely recorded, in compliance with data protection laws.
How much does Keza cost?
Basic use of Keza is free. Premium features (mass invitations, advanced analytics, priority vendor marketplace) are available in SHEREHE’s paid plans.
