Meet the women drumming their way to prosperity

Drumming is a common form of entertainment in Rwandan culture; however, the idea of female drummers was unheard of in the past. 100-year-old Elizabeth Nyirahirwa from Rusizi District vividly recalls that in the past, it was a taboo for a woman to be a drummer.
Ingoma Nshya group of female drummers in action. (Photo by Remy Niyingize)
Ingoma Nshya group of female drummers in action. (Photo by Remy Niyingize)
Remy Niyingize