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Muhinde said performing in English is about making his work understandable to audiences outside the country and preparing for stages beyond Kigali. File
Showbiz

Muhinde expands comedy reach with English-language sets

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Why Kevin Kade won’t take the stage at Iwacu Muzika Festival. COURTESY
Showbiz

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

Monday, June 15, 2026
The celebration concert is expected to bring that run full circle, moving the championship from the court to the crowd. COURTESY
Showbiz

RSSB Tigers to celebrate BAL title with free concert in Kigali

Friday, June 12, 2026
The Kigali International Peace Marathon returns on June 13 and 14, bringing runners from Rwanda and beyond to one of the country's biggest sporting events. PHOTO BY: Dan K. Gatsinzi
Showbiz

Top seven weekend picks: Kigali and Rubavu

Friday, June 12, 2026
Comedians take a bow at a past edition of _Thank God It’s Funny_. The comedy night returns Saturday at Kigali Universe with Kenyan act Doug Mutai leading the lineup. PHOTO BY Kellya Raissa for The New Times.
Showbiz

Kigali weekend lineup: Comedy night, poolside music and more

Friday, June 05, 2026
Spinny & Friends expands while Yampano hearing raises questions. COURTESY
Showbiz

Culture watch: Spinny & Friends expands, Yampano hearing draws media debate

Thursday, June 04, 2026
DJs Melvyn, Etania, City Girl, Kash Pro and Spinny are set to headline a high-energy night at Atelier du Vin this Friday. COURTESY.
Showbiz

Kigali: BAL Final headlines weekend of concerts, exhibits & raves

Friday, May 29, 2026
Renowned Rwandan comedian John Muyenzi, popularly known as Babu Joe.
Showbiz

Comedian Babu Joe set for Dar fest

Monday, May 25, 2026
Streetwear to take stage at ICYACUMI’s convention market, where Kigali and Nairobi creatives connect through design, culture & trade. COURTESY.
Showbiz

Where to head in Kigali this weekend

Friday, May 22, 2026
Kigali’s first circus nightlife fusion event set for May 23 at Mundi Center. COURTESY
Showbiz

Kigali’s first circus-nightlife fusion event heads to Mundi Center

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
From concerts and nightlife to food, books, art and a little trivia, here are some of the city’s top picks for May 15 to 17. COURTESY
Showbiz

10 things to do in Kigali this weekend

Friday, May 15, 2026
Actors Weya Veyatora (L) Michael Sengazi (C) Jules Cesar (R) during presentation of the play
Showbiz

Ancient Icarus myth reimagined at ‘The Rebirth’ edition

Monday, May 11, 2026
Ugandan comedian Dr. Hillary Okello to join local acts Micheal Sengazi, Herve Kimenyi, Arnold Mutara and Babu Joe for Thank God It’s Funny at Kigali Universe this Friday night. PHOTOS BY Kellya Keza.
Showbiz

Kigali’s weekend has theater, comedy & a Mother’s Day finish

Friday, May 08, 2026
Dr. Hillary Okello, the Ugandan Comedian is in Kigali for a performance at Friday’s Thank God It’s Funny, to take place at Kigali Universe.
Showbiz

Dr. Hillary Okello: The comedian who once treated patients in Kampala

Friday, May 08, 2026
A newborn arrival, a record-setting AI track and an expected Olamide performance headline a packed week in entertainment. COURTESY
Showbiz

A newborn, a No. 1 record and a Kigali headliner: Lifestyle moments turning heads

Wednesday, May 06, 2026
Bushali returns to the charts with a brand-new EP, _Shidomno_, dropping May 15. COURTESY
Showbiz

Bushali launches multi-volume project with ‘Shidomno’  

Wednesday, May 06, 2026
Mr P has changed his birthday celebration from the initial November 18 to November 30 following existing rift with his twin brother Paul Okoye. courtesy
Showbiz

Mr P shifts birthday celebration amid rift with twin brother

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Footage from a previous Twese_ Afrohouse event. The series returns this Saturday; see the full weekend lineup for more events. COURTESY
Showbiz

Kigali weekend guide: Six events worth checking out

Friday, March 13, 2026
Creatives kick off a Friday broadcast at Royal FM during a past edition of the Ahanad Takeover series. The event returns this Friday with performances at Maison Noire. COURTESY.
Showbiz

Your weekend in Kigali: Events you shouldn’t miss

Friday, March 06, 2026
Performers light up the Kinyarwanda concert series upcountry; Kigali audiences can catch it this Friday. COURTESY
Showbiz

This weekend in Kigali: Mardi Gras, Kinyarwanda Concert & Co

Friday, February 27, 2026