March 12
Rwanda: Kinyarwanda - What We Lose By Not Speaking Native Language
Since relocating to the US in 2019, Rwanda's Nichola Muhire found himself in a dynamic working environment where proficiency in a different language (particularly English) is… Read more »
February 26
Rwanda: Lupita Nyong'o Flaunts Rwandan Handcrafted Bag - How It Happened
Rwandan fashion designer, model, and actress Aline Amike has gained attention thanks to Hollywood star Lupita Nyong'o, who wore a handcrafted bag from Amike Studio, a Rwandan brand… Read more »
February 25
Rwanda: Rwanda's Kenza Johanna Ameloot Crowned Miss Belgium 2024
Rwandan-Belgian model Kenza Johanna Ameloot was on Saturday, February 24, crowned Miss Belgium 2024 at the grand finale coronation that took place at the Proximus Theater. Read more »
February 15
Rwanda: Miss Black Festival to Be Held in Kigali
Rwanda is set to host the inaugural 'Miss Black Festival', bringing together black girls from across the globe to celebrate, beauty, intelligence, and cultural richness of black… Read more »
February 14
Central Africa: The Ben to Entertain Comedy Lovers in Kampala
Rwandan RnB singer, The Ben, and his wife Pamella Uwicyeza this morning landed in Kampala, Uganda, where the artiste is expected to perform at a comedy show hosted by one of the… Read more »
February 12
Rwanda: Prosper Nkomezi to Launch Two Gospel Albums After Four Years
Renowned gospel musician Prosper Nkomezi has announced that he will release two albums 'Nzakingura' (I Will Open) and 'Nyigisha' (Teach Me) in a single concert on May 12, marking… Read more »
February 13
Rwanda: New Festival to Position Kigali As a Global Cultural Hub
25, more than 200 artistes from 25 nations will convene in Kigali for the inaugural edition of 'Kigali Triennial Festival', a celebration of African arts and culture that aims to… Read more »
February 04
Africa: Grammy Awards 2024 - 'Afro Beat' Gets Due Recognition After 65 Years
For the first time in its 65-year history, the prestigious Grammy Awards in the US has created the 'Best African Music Performance category', specifically recognizing the… Read more »
February 02
Rwanda: Grammy Nominee Kelis Enjoys Rwandan Adventure - From Gorillas, Hills, Inyambo Cows
American singer, songwriter and chef Kelis, widely known for her hit song 'Milkshake,' is currently exploring 'the scenic beauty of Rwanda.' Sharing her journey with over 1.5… Read more »
January 30
Rwanda: All Set for Multi-Genre Kwanza Fest
Kwanza Fest will feature a diverse lineup of artists spanning different musical styles, providing a more eclectic experience at the festival' s first edition. Read more »
January 29
Rwanda: Miss Rwanda 2020 Nishimwe Opens Up on Michael's Engagement
Miss Rwanda 2020 Naomie Nishimwe has for the first time expressed her feelings about her recent engagement with her fiancé Michael Tesfay and what the future holds for the… Read more »
Rwanda: New Dance Competition to Debut in Rwanda
A dance competition dubbed 'Byina Rwanda' was launched on January 29, to identify talent, sharpen skills, promote dance and give platforms for young people to buy talent-novate and… Read more »
January 24
Rwanda: Youth and Arts Minister Calls for More Artistes' Participation in Social Events
The Minister of Youth and Arts, Dr Abdallah Utumatwishima, has said that local artistes deserve enough participation and exposure in all social events taking place in the country. Read more »
Rwanda: How Dj Inno Became a Disk Spinning Sensation
It is evident that deejaying in Rwanda has evolved in recent years, with disc jockeys acting as sound conduits and intermediaries between local artistes and the public, as well as… Read more »
January 25
Rwanda: Kigali Youth Festival Exhibition Presents Creativity, Innovation
The Kigali Youth Festival Exhibition which celebrates youthful creativity and entrepreneurship, kicked off on January 22 and is set to run until January 26 at Imbuga City Walk,… Read more »
January 23
Rwanda: Rwandan Lawmaker Calls for Peace in New Song
Deputy Francoise Uwumukiza, representing Rwanda in the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), has released a compelling song titled 'Health for Peace', which calls for regional… Read more »
Rwanda: Gahongayire, Cindy Marvine Begin Collaborative Journey With New Release
Renowned Rwandan gospel music star, Aline Gahongayire, has kicked off her initiative of nurturing new talents in the gospel music industry by collaborating with upcoming artistes,… Read more »
Rwanda: B-Threy to Collaborate With Burukyln Boyz, Sat-B, Nikki Samonas on New Mixtape
Rwandan rapper B-Threy is set to drop the much-anticipated "Muheto Wa Kabiri Mushya," the second installment in his Muheto mixtape series. Read more »
Rwanda: Preps for Iteka African Cultural Festival in High Gear
Preparations for the second edition of Iteka African Cultural Festival (IACF2024), slated for January 24-27, is in high gear as performers end rehearsals, Yannick Niyonzima, the… Read more »
Rwanda: Singer Marina Talks Collabos, Fresh Chapter
After a prolonged music hiatus, singer and songwriter Marine Uwase Ingabire, widely known by her stage name as Marina, is striving to enhance her career to keep chart-topping hits… Read more »
January 22
Rwanda: How Ngabonziza Uses Music to Push Rwandan Culture on the Global Scene
Walking the streets of Kigali or attending city parties, it's easy to spot the word 'Nziza' on the t-shirts and hoodies worn by the city's generation Z, and it's more than just a… Read more »
Rwanda: Tuyisenge Releases Three Songs Ahead of Heroes, Rwanda Day
Gakondo singer Jean de Dieu Tuyisenge, best known as 'Intore Tuyisenge', renowned for creating songs centered around civic engagement has produced and released three songs as the… Read more »
Rwanda: 'Side By Side' Exhibition to Showcase East African Women's Art
Impundu Arts Center, a local art curation house, is set to host the "Side by Side" group exhibition from February 3 to 18 to provide a platform for women artists, enhancing their… Read more »
January 15
Rwanda: Is Rwandan Hip-Hop Dead or Has It Evolved? What Industry Players Say
When You Talk About Hip-Hop as a genre of music in Rwanda, the first thing that comes to mind is Tuff Gang, a group of young men who became prominent in the early 2000's, bringing… Read more »
January 11
Rwanda: Rwandan Actor Ncuti Gatwa Named Among Top 100 Influential Africans
Ncuti Gatwa has been named by The African Magazine among its annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2023. The list celebrates the achievements and contributions of… Read more »