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 Heritier Bahizi
Heritier Bahizi
MTN Rwanda Chief Executive Officer Monzer Ali and other officials at the launch of  the  campaign, branded Tunga Taci na MTN, launched on Tuesday, August 19, at MTN headquarters. Titus Manzi
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From Kigali to Rubavu, Rwanda’s biggest music celebration takes its final bow this Saturday. COURTESY.
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Rocky.Try during an interview with The New Times-Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
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Engines roar and tires burn at Rwanda Auto Fest II. Cars, stunts, and star-studded music collide at CHIC this Sunday.
Showbiz
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Sandra Teta and singer Douglas “Weasel” Mayanja pictured during a public outing. Their relationship, long under public scrutiny, is once again in the spotlight following a reported altercation in Kampala. COURTESY.
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A collage of 2025 MTV VMA Afrobeats nominees including Rema, Tems, Tyla, Wizkid, Asake, and Moliy. Burna Boy & Ayra Starr, also nominated, are not pictured. COURTESY.
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Who are Africa’s nominees at the 2025 MTV VMAs?
LeeMcKrazy, Scotts Maphuma will perform in Kigali this Friday, August 8. Internet
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This Sunday, Blaqout Brunch brings the heat to Atelier du Vin with DJs from Kigali to Lagos, endless mimosas, and a crowd that knows how to brunch. COURTESY
Showbiz
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PHOTOS BY OLIVIER MUGWIZA
Music
Afrobeats star Ayra Starr lands in Kigali for Giants of Africa finale
Tyla’s breakout single Water is now the subject of a lawsuit, with two California-based songwriters claiming they were denied proper credit and royalties. COURTESY.
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Choreographer Sherrie Silver and musician Kevin Kade take over the stage in electric performance at the opening concert of Giants of Africa festival 2025 at BK Arena on Sunday, July 27-Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
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PHOTOS: Uncle Waffles spins, giants rise: Kigali welcomes Africa’s brightest talents
Primary school pupils follow their teacher during class. A new digital solution is being used in the Southern Province to track and reduce school dropouts. Courtesy Photo
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Fire performers light up the stage during Atmosfera’s summer edition, adding heat to a night already blazing with Afro house beats, local flair. ALL PHOTOS BY WILLY MUCYO.
Showbiz
A night inside Kigali’s ‘Afro House’ pulse: Atmosfera
Giants of Africa Festival kicks off in Kigali with a high-energy celebration of culture, music, and unity under the theme "A Borderless Africa." COURTESY.
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Participants lie on mats during a guided breathwork session at Eagle View Golf, set to culminate in an ice bath experience led by Hannes Bend. COURTESY
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Emmanuel Hamez, Managing Director of Airtel Rwanda, speaks to journalists during a press conference where a new AI-powered tool designed to identify and flag suspicious messages was introduced. COURTESY
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Airtel Rwanda launches AI spam alert system to curb digital fraud

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