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If you are looking for something to sink into that is as compelling as any novel, 2026 has already delivered a strong run of nonfiction. COURTESY

Five nonfiction books to add to your reading list

Friday, June 19, 2026

The Campaign Against Genocide Monument at the Parliament grounds in Kigali commemorates the Rwanda Patriotic Army’s efforts to stop the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and rescue civilians. The monument stands as a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and national liberation in Rwanda.

Rwanda’s iconic monuments & the stories they tell

Friday, June 19, 2026

Children take part in a game during Right To Play Rwanda's International Day of Play celebration in Ruhango District, on June 13. The event highlighted the role of play in children's learning, confidence and development. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

Right To Play champions family play as key to children's growth, learning

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Rwandan DJ and entertainer DJ Inno. File

DJ Inno teams up with Davis D for debut single 'Ayra Star'

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Why Kevin Kade won’t take the stage at Iwacu Muzika Festival. COURTESY

Kevin Kade hospitalised in US, pulls out of MTN Iwacu Muzika fest

Monday, June 15, 2026

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty was directed by Ben Stiller and released in 2013.

Five feel-good films that still hold up years later

Friday, June 12, 2026

Rwandan filmmaker and musician Jacques Muligande, widely known as Mighty Popo, speaks to The New Times during an interview. File

Mighty Popo’s ‘Killer Music’ to screen at Africa Film Festival in South Korea

Thursday, June 11, 2026

RDB invited investors to submit proposals to develop, finance, operate and manage the Kigali Cultural Village, a cultural and entertainment complex located on Rebero hill, Kicukiro District. File

RDB seeks operator for Kigali Cultural Village after Canal Olympia exit

Tuesday, June 09, 2026

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A familiar song, UB40 ft. Ali Campbell sparks Kigali nostalgia

Tuesday, June 09, 2026

When The Matrix premiered in 1999, audiences were drawn to its visual effects and action sequences.

Weekend watch: Five films that challenge the way we think

Friday, June 05, 2026

We Don’t Recall a Horizon is a forthcoming solo exhibition by Rwandan contemporary visual artist Richard Mwizerwa, set to open in Tokyo on June 27, and run through Aug. 9. COURTESY

Rwandan painter Mwizerwa to stage solo exhibition in Tokyo

Thursday, June 04, 2026

Creatives during a session in The Africa House.

Kigali on radar as Africa's next creative frontier

Wednesday, June 03, 2026

King James has confirmed a second concert after tickets for the August 1 show sold out within just three days. Photo by IGIHE

King James confirms second concert after selling out August 1 show

Sunday, May 31, 2026

The Management and staff of Access Bank (Rwanda) observe a moment of silence in honour of victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi at the Ndera Genocide Memorial, at Ndera Neuropsychiatric Hospital(CARAES)

Access Bank Rwanda pays tribute to Genocide victims at Ndera Memorial

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Renowned Rwandan comedian John Muyenzi, popularly known as Babu Joe.

Comedian Babu Joe set for Dar fest

Monday, May 25, 2026

Dusabejambo’s film ‘Ben’Imana’ won two top awards, including Camera d’Or and FIPRESCI Prize, at Cannes Festival on Saturday, May 23. Courtesy photos

Ben’Imana’s Cannes triumph signals new era for Rwandan cinema

Monday, May 25, 2026

Award-winning Rwandan director Marie-Clémentine Dusabejambo (c) pose with the Caméra d’Or prize for her debut feature film Ben'Imana at Cannes Festival on Saturday, May 23. Photos Courtesy

Dusabejambo’s film ‘Ben’Imana’ lands top prize at Cannes Festival

Sunday, May 24, 2026

Bien-Aime's hit track Finale, which features Alikiba, took over the BAL Playoffs show action during Friday basketball action at BK Arena. Photos by TNT/ Olivier Mugwiza

Bien’s ‘Finale’ turns up the heat at BAL Playoffs halftime show

Saturday, May 23, 2026