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10 new Rwandan songs everyone’s talking about

Saturday, June 14, 2025

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

James and Daniella lead Power of Hope's gospel concert in Portland, Maine

Saturday, June 14, 2025

Chriss Eazy pictured with his late mother, who was a frequent presence in his life and work, including on his YouTube channel. COURTESY.

Rwandan musician Chriss Eazy mourns the loss of his mother

Friday, June 13, 2025

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

What’s on in Kigali: Music, culture, and worship events to catch this weekend

Friday, June 13, 2025

Chorale de Kigali is set to headline the Voices in Harmony concert on World Music Day, June 21, at Kigali Universe. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi

Chorale de Kigali to celebrate World Music Day with ‘Voices in Harmony Concert’

Friday, June 13, 2025

Junior Rumaga will take the stage at a special pre-Liberation Day concert celebrating the legacy of veteran singer Mariya Yohana. File

Rumaga on performing with Mariya Yohana: ‘Three generations united for liberation through music’

Thursday, June 12, 2025

Coach Gael meets Africa Creative Agency founder Collin Gayle in South Africa to explore cross-industry collaborations. COURTESY

Coach Gael in South Africa: What’s he cooking?

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

The organizers of the Tanzania Gospel Music Awards officially presented Israel Mbonyi’s Best International Worship Artist trophy.

‘Sikiliza’ earns Israel Mbonyi top international award in Tanzania

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

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‘Mbali’ and beyond: Skid opens up about music, survival, and 99Gang’s vision

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

1-55 AM’s Kenny Mugarura (top left), alongside Kenny Sol, Rosskana and Element. COURTESY.

Kenny Mugarura breaks silence on 1:55 AM label exits

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Mariya Yohana to launch second album honouring Rwanda’s Liberation heroes

Monday, June 09, 2025

Khaby Lame attends a Basketball Africa League game during the Sahara Conference in Dakar, Senegal. COURTESY.

TikTok’s Khaby Lame detained in Las Vegas for overstaying U.S. Visa

Sunday, June 08, 2025

Rwanda’s Angell Mutoni, French beatboxer Mirsa to headline Hip Hop Asili 2025. COURTESY

Angell Mutoni to make Tanzania debut at Hip Hop Asili Festival in Bagamoyo

Sunday, June 08, 2025

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.

What to do in Kigali this weekend: Concerts, peace marathon, and day parties

Friday, June 06, 2025

Boneza’s portraits with a purpose call for creativity, connection

Friday, June 06, 2025

Rwanda filmmaker Philbert Sharangabo, the director behind 'Minimals in a Titanic World'-courtesy

Sharangabo: A Rwandan filmmaker's global breakthrough with “Minimals in a Titanic World”

Thursday, June 05, 2025

Former Urban Boys star Safi Madiba will perform at African Descent Festival which will take place in Vancouver, Canada, from August 9-10-courtesy

Canada: Safi Madiba joins line-up for African Descent Festival

Thursday, June 05, 2025

Ben and Chance are on the performance lineup announced by Bosco Nshuti for his concert Unconditional Love on July 13-courtesy

Aimé Uwimana, Ben & Chance to grace Bosco Nshuti’s 'Unconditional Love' concert

Wednesday, June 04, 2025

RunUp on the scene with Director Gad during the shoot of his latest track Tsunami

The rise of RunUp, Rwanda’s next Afro-pop star

Wednesday, June 04, 2025

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Diamond Platnumz weds Zuchu after years of ‘On-and-Off’ romance

Tuesday, June 03, 2025