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 Heritier Bahizi
Heritier Bahizi
Singer Bruce Melodie shares a moment with a boxer at a previous Universe Boxing Championship event. The third edition returns this Sunday. COURTESY
What are the top eight events in Kigali this weekend?
Dallaire Institute and  University of Rwanda (UR) officials pose for a group during the  launch of a short course on Wednesday, October 23, Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
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Dallaire Institute, UR launch short course to advance Africa’s child protection
At just 21, producer AY is making a name in rap with a sound that captures real-life struggles. COURTESY
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AY talks music path, founding ‘GMF,’ repping street culture
TECNO introduced its latest smartphone series, the SPARK 30, in Rwanda on Friday, October 25.Craish Bahizi
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TECNO SPARK 30 Series unveils AI innovation, partners with MTN
Two years after his passing, pop star Yvan Buravan will be honored with the Twaje Fest tribute concert this Saturday, which will also feature the release of a deluxe posthumous album. PHOTO BY Olivier Mugwiza.
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October's final weekend: Eight must-see spots around Kigali
Both delegations pose for a group photo at the meeting that was held under the theme “Facilitating Partnerships For Sustainable and Inclusive Growth
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FEATURED: Equity Bank, CII launch India-Rwanda trade mission, positioning Kigali as ‘Africa's key destination for Indian businesses’
University of Kigali Vice Chancellor  Professor George Kimathi, during the interview on October 15. Dan Gatsinzi
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University of Kigali leaders share vision amid academic year kick-off
Alternative rapper Manzi Fleur returns to the spotlight with his latest project, MABEL TRAIN TO THE SKY. courtesy
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Manzi Fleur’s ‘MABEL TRAIN TO THE SKY’ takes listeners on a journey of love, self-discovery
Revelers at Sofar Jazz Night, a previous edition of Sofar Kigali, which makes its return this Saturday. COURTESY
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Art, fashion, and beats: This weekend’s hottest Kigali highlights
Rwanda’s passport ranked 14th in Africa and 3rd in East Africa
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Rwanda’s passport ranks 14th in Africa, has visa-free access to 67 destinations
Revelers at the March edition of Strictly Soul in Kigali. The event returns this Saturday. Courtesy
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Happening in Kigali this weekend: Seven must-attend events, festivals
Rwanda's celebrated musician Andy Bumuntu has been announced by UNICEF Rwanda as the newest Advocacy Champion during a press briefing on Thursday, October 10. Craish Bahizi
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FEATURED: Andy Bumuntu named ‘UNICEF Advocacy Champion’ on World Mental Health Day
Gentil Kangaho, president of the Institution of Engineers Rwanda (IER), and  Steven Sabiti, CEO of the Institution of Engineers Rwanda at a press briefing on Tuesday, October 8. Craish Bahizi
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FEATURED: Kigali hosts global conference: ‘A chance for Rwanda to learn from international infrastructure advances’ – engineering body
Celebrating the launch of his senior LP, Bushali blends tradition and talent in a night to remember. COURTESY
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Bushali’s identity, talent shine in his bold 17-track ‘Full Moon’ LP
Carine Umutoni, Managing Director of Ecobank Rwanda and Srinivas Cheruvu, Chief Operating Officer of CFAO Mobility in Rwanda, sign the agreement in Kigali on October 4. All photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana
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FEATURED: Ecobank Rwanda, CFAO Mobility to offer ‘exclusive financing’ for BYD electric vehicles
Game time The showdown for the women’s basketball trophy kicks off as REG Women BBC takes on APR Women BBC. COURTESY
Kigali’s seven hottest weekend picks: Art, music, sports take over
Officials during the official groundbreaking ceremony of the project on Friday, September 27. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
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FEATURED: DND Developers redefines luxury living with the ‘Royal Golf View Apartment Hotel’ in Kacyiru
Partygoers groove to the beats at a previous edition of Lemonade, returning this Saturday for another electrifying night.
Eight exciting spots to enjoy Kigali's sizzling weekend scene

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