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Two people consume free internet at Imbuga City Walk in Kigali. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

Africa’s internet usage gap and the challenge to reach one billion users

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Antoine Mukeshimana, a resident of Sharita Island in Bugesera District, receives a phone call on the remote island. Photo by Sam Ngendahimana.

Rwanda could connect one million new internet users by 2031 - report

Monday, September 21, 2026

Seven things worth leaving the house for this weekend.

Kigali nightlife & events this weekend: Seven picks

Friday, September 18, 2026

Experts from cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, AI governance and data science share perspectives on the risks and lessons emerging from recent AI-agent incidents. COURTESY.

VOX-POP: AI agents, machine communication and collective behavior explained

Monday, September 14, 2026

The Navier-Stokes problem asks whether equations used to describe the movement of fluids such as air and water can always produce smooth, predictable solutions in three dimensions. Courtesy AI Image by Reve 2.1

OpenAI’s claimed solution to $1 million math problem faces scrutiny

Wednesday, September 09, 2026

Rwandan media personality Blandy Starr ventures into DJing. COURTESY PHOTOS.

Blandy Starr joins Fuego Fest lineup for DJ debut

Tuesday, September 08, 2026

Rwanda’s Ariel Wayz and Claudine Muyango nominated for AFRIMMA 2026. COURTESY.

Meet Rwanda’s two nominees at the 2026 AFRIMMA

Tuesday, September 08, 2026

Scenes from STRIVE LAB, an interactive streetwear and creative experience held during the I Am Hip Hop Festival. COURTESY PHOTOS.

PHOTOS: Runway, rap and streetwear at 'Strive Lab'

Monday, September 07, 2026

Inside Tales House London, a luxury retail space showcasing African fashion and diaspora brands, where Rwandan designers will have their pieces available for retail. COURTESY

UK retail firm opens doors to Rwanda's emerging fashion brands

Friday, August 28, 2026

Kenyan comedian and content creator Crazy Kennar, right, meets President Paul Kagame during a press conference at the Kigali Convention Centre on August 24. Courtesy photo.

A photo with the President? Crazy Kennar got two

Monday, August 24, 2026

Trainees from Mayotte examine computer components during a hands-on technology session in Kigali. COURTESY PHOTO.

Kigali gives Mayotte trainees a practical look at tech careers

Monday, August 24, 2026

Enduro riders during a motorcycle competition. Rwanda’s Motorcycle Championship Round 3 takes place August 22 at Umuko Lodge on Lake Muhazi. Courtesy photo.

From rap to motorsport, What’s your weekend plan?

Friday, August 21, 2026

Celebrities wearing House of Tayo’s Ijezi, the Rwandan-inspired jersey at the center of growing debate over fashion counterfeits and intellectual property protection. COURTESY

Ijezi designer Tayo on ‘the cost of fashion copycats’

Thursday, August 20, 2026

Rwandan hip-hop artiste White Monkey has released his 10-track album, Mugemanyi vs White Monkey. COURTESY.

White Monkey unpacks 'alter ego' on new album

Monday, August 17, 2026

Some songs never get old, and some memories are worth bringing back. Reminisce Kigali returns this Saturday for an evening of throwback sounds, familiar favorites and nostalgic moments. COURTESY.

Events to keep on your radar this weekend

Friday, August 14, 2026

Featured (clockwise)_ Skid’s The Greatest, 4Rex’s 4, White Monkey’s Mugemanyi vs White Monkey, Sobermind’s Love’s a Losing Game, Dr. Nganji’s Kinyacumi, Og2tone’s Umunyabigwi IV, Arnaud Gray’s SHEMA, and T-Rex J

Eight Hip-Hop projects defining 2026 so far

Thursday, August 13, 2026

The couple's daughter is the latest chapter in a relationship that has weathered several public breakups before the pair confirmed they had privately married in June 2025. COURTESY.

Diamond Platnumz and Zuchu celebrate arrival of their first child

Monday, August 03, 2026

King James is celebrating two decades in music with a two-day anniversary concert.

King James and Urban Boys set up biggest concert clash of the summer

Friday, July 31, 2026