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YouTuber and streamer iShowSpeed during a live broadcast. The global creator has confirmed Rwanda as one of the stops on his upcoming “Speed Does Africa” tour. COURTESY.

Global streamer iShowSpeed to visit Rwanda on Africa-wide tour

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Kigali streets come alive during the 2025 holiday season. Photo by Craish Bahizi.

10 must-visit festive spots in Kigali this holiday season

Friday, December 19, 2025

3-Step and Afrohouse light up Depot37 at Mundi Center as TWESE returns for the venue’s anniversary edition. COURTESY.

Your guide to Kigali’s best events this Christmas season

Friday, December 12, 2025

Music lovers gather for the Trace Awards concert in Kigali.

Celebrate the holidays in Kigali: Grand Christmas Concert, German Market & Co

Friday, December 05, 2025

France (L) confirmed her relationship with Secret Story Africa winner Moctar is real. Photo courtesy

France admits love at first sight when she met Moctar

Monday, December 01, 2025

Niger's Moctar is the winner of the Secret Story Africa 2025.Photo Moctar Instagram

France Mpundu loses Secret Story Africa to boyfriend Moctar

Sunday, November 30, 2025

Two more suspects, Cyprien Uzabakiriho and Nestor Kwizera, are in RIB detention on suspicion of distributing sex tape of Yampano and his girlfriend. Photo Net

Two more suspects arrested in Yampano's leaked sex tape case

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Rwanda singer France Mpundu has qualified for the finals of The Secret Story Africa which is underway in South Africa-File

Rwanda’s France Mpundu advances into Secret Story Africa finals

Friday, November 21, 2025

Kigali Dutaramé brings Rwanda’s music and culture to life, uniting iconic traditional performers and contemporary artists for a night of stories, and heritage. COURTESY.

Kigali after hours: A weekend of sound, sight & celebration

Friday, November 21, 2025

France Mpundu got engaged to her fiance Moctar after just a month dating in South Africa where they are competing at The Secret Story Africa-courtesy

France Mpundu says 'Yes' to fellow ‘Secret Story’ contestant

Sunday, November 16, 2025

Crowd energy at a past Groove Kigali show. This Saturday, they welcome Ugandan artiste Kitaka for the 'Davido 5ive Tour' countdown at Mundi Center. COURTESY.

Kigali weekend roundup: Hip-Hop, AfroHouse, film & creative vibes

Friday, November 14, 2025

Opening night draws attendees to the Isôoko Great Lakes Festival, running through Sunday. PHOTO BY CRAISH BAHIZI.

Kigali weekend guide: Music in Space, Nyege Nyege Warm-Up, Fight Night & Co

Friday, November 07, 2025

From left, Logan Joe, Bulldogg, and Bushali are among the performers set to take the stage at this Saturday’s Mic Tribe at Mundi Center. COURTESY

October wraps: Here’s what Kigali is doing this weekend

Friday, October 31, 2025

Kigali’s nightlife takes a playful turn as Halloween hits the city, with costumes, beats, and a hint of fright lighting up the weekend. Check out our picks.

Kigali’s Halloween weekend mixes music, masquerade & local creativity

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Sherrie Silver speaks to journalists ahead of her event dubbed 'The Silver Gala' that will take place on November 1. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

Sherrie Silver’s Silver Gala 2025 to empower Rwandan youth through the arts

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

The Way of Hope Choir and Ambassadors of Christ get ready to inspire at the “Road to Impact” concert on October 26 at KCEV. COURTESY.

Where Kigali dances, sings & celebrates this weekend

Friday, October 24, 2025

Revelers take in games and art at a previous Kwetu Sundays event. Organizers are set to launch a new experience, The Somnia Mix, on October 26. Courtesy.

Kigali welcomes ‘The Somnia Mix,’ featuring SIJI, Christopher, Rita The Violinist & DJ Senshi

Friday, October 24, 2025

Music investor and coach Gael joins revelers in vintage style at the Oldies Music Festival in July. Courtesy.

Oldies festival returns to Kigali with a spotlight on women

Thursday, October 23, 2025

The Friends of Amstel weekend sets off with a meet and greet tonight, October 17, at Atelier du Vin, starting at 9 p.m. File

Your complete guide to an exciting weekend in Kigali

Friday, October 17, 2025

Fuego Fest brings South Africa’s top DJs, Maphorisa and Juss Gigi, to the Atelier du Vin stage this Saturday. COURTESY

Your Kigali lineup: DJ Maphorisa, Strictly Soul, the Spirit Revival & Co

Friday, October 10, 2025