A practice built on craft, rigour and trust.
Jabali was founded by women engineers and project leaders who believe that great spaces come from a tight collaboration between design, construction and the people who will live in them.
Why clients choose Jabali.
Dual-degree expertise
Civil engineering, project management and quantity surveying — credentialed across UK, US, South Africa and Rwanda.
Full-service delivery
From the first feasibility conversation to the final furnishing — one accountable team, no handoffs.
Regional fluency
Proven track record across Rwanda and DR Congo, with clear understanding of local regulations and building practices.
Quality-first finishes
We take time to select suppliers based on reputation and reference — and partner with them to honour client wishes.
From first meeting
to final handover.
A single accountable team. Four stages. No surprises.
Listen & advise
We start with a site visit and a conversation about your goals, budget and lifestyle — then advise on feasibility, regulations and scope.
Design
Concept and architectural design, interior planning, and 3D visualisations — refined together until the design feels right.
Document & permit
Structural, electrical and mechanical drawings. We handle all permit applications with the city or district authorities.
Build & supervise
Full-cycle construction with our trusted suppliers and on-site supervisor. Quality and timeline reviews every step of the way.
The team behind
every project.
Dual-degree professionals with deep regional experience across Rwanda, the DRC and South Africa.
Lisette Buki
Founder & Chairperson
Bachelor of Civil Engineering, University of Alabama at Huntsville. MBA in Project Management, Oklahoma Christian University. Dual-sector experience in private and public construction.
Lisette Gaju
Co-Founder & Managing Director
Bachelor of Civil Engineering, University of Rwanda. MSc in Hydro-Environment Engineering, Cardiff University, UK. Extensive experience in infrastructure project management and structural design.
Laurianne Usanase
Operations Director & Co-Founder
Bachelor in Quantity Surveying, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa. Experience across commercial, hospitality, and residential projects in Rwanda, DR Congo and South Africa.
Peter Mbugua
Site Technician & Supervisor
More than ten years working on construction sites in the East African region.
Ready to begin
Let's design and build
something remarkable.
Whether it's a residential renovation, a new build or a commercial development — tell us about your site and your vision. We'll bring the rest.