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Upcoming bands vie for an annual contract in the Battle of the Bands semi-finals at Marriott Hotel this Saturday, December 14-Courtesy

December picks: Eight top weekend spots

Friday, December 13, 2024

Atelier du Vin, one of Kigali’s premier nightlife destinations, is hosting an exclusive “Chandon Brunch” this Sunday, December 15-Courtesy

Chandon brunch and afterparty: A luxe holiday celebration at Atelier du Vin

Thursday, December 12, 2024

Active singer Derek Sano (L) and producer Dr Nganji will release a joint EP “Akazi Kanjye” on December 25-courtesy

Derek Sano joins forces with Dr. Nganji for debut rap project ‘Akazi Kanjye’

Thursday, December 12, 2024

During the course of the festive season, bars, restaurants, hotels, nightclubs, and private events are allowed to operate until 200 a.m. from Monday to Thursday and all night on Fridays, weekends, and public holidays.

Rwanda extends opening hours for bars, nightclubs during festive season

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

President William Ruto announced on Monday that Kenya has officially placed a bid to host the Grammy Awards, with a payment of Ksh. 500 million (about $3.9 million) already made to support the initiative.

Kenya invests Rwf5.3 billion in bid to host African Grammy Awards

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Visitors during a tour of the new exhibition dubbed '‘The Nostalgie 2000’ in Kigali. Photos by Willy Mucyo

PHOTOS: Relive Rwanda's musical evolution: Inside the 'Nostalgie 2000' exhibit

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Manzi Fleur (left) shares the stage with Sema Sole, both Mellow Couch artists dedicated to championing hip-hop’s rightful place in the spotlight.

PHOTOS: Is Mellow Fest leading the Hip-Hop renaissance in Kigali?

Monday, December 09, 2024

Revelers enjoying last year’s Mellow Fest. The much-anticipated alternative rap showcase returns this Saturday at Mundi Center. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

This weekend in Kigali: Festive fun awaits you

Friday, December 06, 2024

The initiative was launched with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) , the Ministry of ICT and Innovation and the University of Rwanda on November 10, 2023. Courtesy

FEATURED: UNDP's UniPod: Empowering innovators to tackle real-world challenges

Friday, December 06, 2024

Creators from the Open Access to Cultural Heritage GLAM Rwanda initiative working to make Rwanda's heritage accessible on global open platforms- COURTESY

How Creative Commons licenses can transform Rwandan storytelling

Thursday, December 05, 2024

Singer Weasel Manizo, of Goodlyfe fame, has ousted longtime manager Geoffrey Chagga from his Makindye home, Neverland, amid a heated fallout tied to personal and financial disputes. COURTESY

Weasel Manizo evicts longtime manager Chagga from Neverland in fiery fallout

Wednesday, December 04, 2024

A stampede ensued at a football stadium in the Guinean city of N’Zérékoré on December 1, resulting in at least 56 deaths. Photo/ Reuters.

Kagame condoles with Guineans after stadium stampede claims over 50 lives

Wednesday, December 04, 2024

Kenyan boyband Sauti Sol is set to perform this Saturday at Kigali Universe, alongside several local acts. COURTESY

Top eight Kigali nightlife picks this weekend

Friday, November 29, 2024

The annual Friends of Amstel Experience attracted different DJs and artistes at Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village, on Saturday, November 23. Courtesy

PHOTOS: BNXN headlines a night of music, friendship, memories at ‘Friends of Amstel’

Sunday, November 24, 2024

Revelers soak in the energy at last year’s Friends of Amstel Experience. The event returns this Saturday, headlined by Nigeria’s BNXN.

Make the most of Kigali this weekend

Friday, November 22, 2024

Airtel Rwanda Managing Director Emmanuel Hamez speaks during a press event on Tuesday, November 20, Photo Courtesy

Airtel Rwanda launches ‘Voice Over 4G’, completes nationwide network upgrade

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Legendary Rwandan musician Jean Marie Muyango looks excited after receiving the Music In Africa Honorary Award on Monday, November 18-courtesy

Rwandan legends Kayirebwa, Muyango honored for impact on African music

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

L-R_ Blandy Uwase and Yvonne Kayitesi, the duo behind This and That, pose in the studio as their podcast surpasses 25,000 subscribers and expands to audio platforms. COURTESY

Journalist duo behind ‘This and That’ podcast expands beyond YouTube with innovative lifestyle, travel content

Monday, November 18, 2024