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Some participants at Layers, a new long-form series that is quietly carving out space for musicians, designers and cultural figures. Courtesy
Art

Why ‘Layers’ is becoming a go-to space for authentic creative stories in Rwanda

Thursday, January 01, 2026
Kisimenti is one of the busiest commercial centres around the City of Kigali, especially during evening hours. January blues usually follow a season of high spending thanks to an extended period of social events and merrymaking. Photo: Craish Bahizi.
Business

Holiday spending drives January blues: Tips to avoid them

Thursday, January 01, 2026
Residents take pictures of fireworks during the celebration of the New Year 2024. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

Festive season: Do we have to reschedule our joy for the white saviour?

Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Tito Rutaremare, the Chairperson of Rwanda Elders Advisory Forum (REAF), speaks at the meeting. Courtesy
Rwanda

Knowing Rwanda the first act of patriotism, Rutaremara tells youth

Wednesday, December 31, 2025
The Ugandan-born financial literacy advocate and author, Kakurah Ninsiima, speaks at the launch of her book in Kigali. Courtesy
Rwanda

How can families pass on wealth to the next generation?

Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Major General Sylvain Ekenge, spokesperson of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC).

How Kangura inspired Ekenge and FARDC

Tuesday, December 30, 2025
The Silver Gala is arguably the top fashion Gala in Kigali, thanks to its peak organisation that brings together different public figures from Rwanda and around the world.
Fashion

Fashion moments that stood out in 2025

Monday, December 29, 2025
Muhinde was among performers with the funniest jokes on the night. Photos courtesy

Gen Z Comedy brings festive cheer to Kigali’s city celebrations

Sunday, December 28, 2025
A crowd caught in a moment of excitement during a lively nighttime Icyumba cya Rap concert in Kigali on December 26. Photos by Craish Bahizi.
Music

Boxing Day: The night when hip hop found home at Icyumba cya Rap

Saturday, December 27, 2025
Rwanda’s renowned gospel minstrel Israel Mbonyi once again lifted his voice, blessing the audience through the fourth edition of the Icyambu Live Concert on Christmas Day, at BK Arena. All photos by Kellya Keza

PICTORIAL: How Israel Mbonyi’s Icyambu season four is one for the books

Friday, December 26, 2025
In recruitment process, candidates are shortlisted, interviewed, assessed, and asked to share salary expectations.

The silence gap: When saying nothing says everything

Friday, December 26, 2025
L-R: Bull Dog, Kenny K Shot, and Kivumbi King.
Music

Rappers slam Isango na Muzika Awards over unfair treatment

Friday, December 26, 2025