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 Heritier Bahizi
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Clockwise from top left- Alexis Nkomezi, Burundian gospel singer Willy Uwizeye, celebrated duo James and Daniella. Below Portland-based choir Vessels of Praise, set to join the stage for a night of worship. COURTESY
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James and Daniella lead Power of Hope's gospel concert in Portland, Maine
This Sunday, June 15, Healing Worship Ministry presents a night of spiritual revival and worship at KCEV Camp Kigali. Beginning at 5 p.m. Courtesy
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The organizers of the Tanzania Gospel Music Awards officially presented Israel Mbonyi’s Best International Worship Artist trophy.
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Khaby Lame attends a Basketball Africa League game during the Sahara Conference in Dakar, Senegal. COURTESY.
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Runners take part in the Kigali International Peace Marathon on June 8. More than a race, the event offers participants a chance to run for peace while taking in the sights of Rwanda’s capital.
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Boneza’s portraits with a purpose call for creativity, connection
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Diamond Platnumz weds Zuchu after years of ‘On-and-Off’ romance
A total of 4,562 graduates were on Thursday awarded their diploma at BK Arena on May 29. All photos by Craish BAHIZI
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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Rwanda commemorated the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi (Kwibuka31) with a visit to the Ntarama Genocide Memorial in Bugesera District on Tuesday, May 27. The visit deepened the Scholars’ understanding of Rwanda’s tragic history. Photo by Craish Bahizi
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'Never again begins with education': Mastercard Foundation Scholars at UR reflect on Genocide history at Ntarama
Revelers at last weekend’s edition of Amapiano & Brunch. The party returns to Atelier du Vin this Sunday.
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AfroFuture, Amapiano Brunch bring 'BAL After-Parties' to life in Kigali this weekend
Ghanaian Afrobeats star King Promise was the first grace the Nile Conference halftime show on Saturday, May 17-Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
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This fraudulent grant announcement, falsely attributed to the Ministry of Agriculture, targets small and micro agricultural enterprises.
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Guests enjoy music and mingling during a past edition of Amapiano & Brunch, where food and sound come together in a laid-back atmosphere. The next edition takes place Saturday, May 17, at Atelier Du Vin in Kigali.
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Beyond BAL: 10 can’t-miss events happening in Kigali this weekend
Officials from Satguru Travels, lay a wreath to pay tribute to the victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi at  Kigali Genocide Memorial on Friday, May 9. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
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Tanzania’s homegrown electronic genre, Singeli, is officially in the running for UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity-File
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East African showbiz: Chagga’s threat, Konde Gang drama and Singeli's nod from UNESCO
Celebrate the matriarchs in your life this Sunday, May 11, with a live music brunch at Atelier du Vin-Courtesy
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Boxers set to face off at the Universe Boxing Championship this Saturday, May 3, at Kigali Universe, featuring Rwanda’s Patrick Ndayishimiye. COURTESY
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