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Gospel duo Ben & Chance will headline the Easter Celebration concert on April 5 at BK Arena. Courtesy photo

Gospel duo Ben & Chance to headline Easter celebration concert

Friday, March 20, 2026

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Chuck Norris hospitalized after medical emergency in Hawaii

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Global Citizen CEO, Hugh Evans, speaks to The New Times at BK Arena on Tuesday, March 17. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

“Africa is the future market”: Global Citizen chief on changing touring dynamics

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Doja Cat, during her performance at Move Afrika Kigali concert on Tuesday, March 17. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi

Moments you might have missed from Doja Cat's Kigali concert

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, known professionally as Doja Cat, during her performance at Move Afrika Kigali concert on Tuesday, March 17. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi

IN PICTURES: Doja Cat brings “Vie” to life in Kigali in first-ever Africa performance

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

The third edition of Move Afrika will feature Doja Cat at BK Arena on March 17

In Move Afrika, Kigali is becoming a growing hub for global music tours

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

American rapper Doja Cat will headline Move Afrika concert at BK Arena on Tuesday, March 17. Photo Courtesy

Doja Cat in Kigali: What to know ahead of Move Afrika concert

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Michael B. Jordan wins Best Actor.

‘One Battle After Another’ dominates 2026 Oscars, Michael B. Jordan wins Best Actor

Monday, March 16, 2026

Enric Sifa, the founder of Metro Afro which signed Kid From Kigali under its management. Photo courtesy

Kid From Kigali joins Metro Afro as label expands

Monday, March 16, 2026

Footage from a previous Twese_ Afrohouse event. The series returns this Saturday; see the full weekend lineup for more events. COURTESY

Kigali weekend guide: Six events worth checking out

Friday, March 13, 2026

Rapper Diplomate has promised to return to big stages for live performances in 2026. Photo courtesy

Rapper Diplomat eyes big stage comeback, more music

Friday, March 13, 2026

Till” is dedicated to illuminating the truth of the Black experience through uplifting Mamie Till-Mobley and Emmett Till’s legacies. Photo Courtesy

Six true-story movies to watch this weekend

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Ciney recently dropped a new single title 'Avec Toi' which marked her official comeback to the music scene. Photo courtesy

Ciney opens up about music comeback after years off spotlight

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Malaika during a past podcast show on UpTrend TV Show. Photos courtesy

Young but rap-passionate: Malaika’s journey promoting hip hop content

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

The Gen Z Comedy Show March edition will feature only in-house comedians.. Photo courtesy

Gen Z Comedy Show returns with only in-house performers

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Africa is capturing only a “negligible percentage” of its wealth in music despite commendable reach worldwide. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

The black box problem: How Africa’s music money is lost in global systems

Monday, March 09, 2026

Ugandan comedian Patrick Salvado believes it's a good idea for performers to first learn Rwanda's history and culture before their performances. All photos by Kellya Keza

Salvado urges visiting performers to learn and respect Rwanda’s history

Sunday, March 08, 2026

Mireille Batamuriza, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Gender and Family Promotion, speaks during a youth forum on Saturday, March 7. Courtesy.

Youth urged to make responsible choices at Global Citizen health forum

Saturday, March 07, 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.

Your weekend in Kigali: Events you shouldn’t miss

Friday, March 06, 2026

“Beyond the Clouds,” was screened March 5 at the Chinese Embassy in Kigali as part of activities leading up to International Women’s Day on March 8.

The teacher who changed thousands of girls’ lives, & the film that brought her story to Kigali

Friday, March 06, 2026