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Heritier Bahizi
Heritier Bahizi
MTN Rwanda CEO Mapula Bodipe and UNICEF Country Representative Julianna Lindsey during the signing of the agreement at MTN’s headquarters in Kigali on December 12. Courtesy
Featured
FEATURED: MTN Rwanda, UNICEF partner to empower children in Rwanda
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Eric Kabera is a seasoned filmmakers with a lot of awards in his shelves-Olivier Mugwiza
Cinema
Behind the lens with Eric Kabera: Uncovering filmmaking secrets, career advice
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Renowned Bongo Flava musician and TV personality Vanessa Mdee
Music
Vanessa Mdee exposes dark secrets of music industry, sacrifices made for fame
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Upcoming bands vie for an annual contract in the Battle of the Bands semi-finals at Marriott Hotel this Saturday, December 14-Courtesy
Showbiz
December picks: Eight top weekend spots 
Friday, December 13, 2024
Atelier du Vin, one of Kigali’s premier nightlife destinations, is hosting an exclusive “Chandon Brunch” this Sunday, December 15-Courtesy
Others
Chandon brunch and afterparty: A luxe holiday celebration at Atelier du Vin
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Active singer Derek Sano (L) and producer Dr Nganji will release a joint EP “Akazi Kanjye” on December 25-courtesy
Music
Derek Sano joins forces with Dr. Nganji for debut rap project ‘Akazi Kanjye’
Thursday, December 12, 2024
During the course of the festive season, bars, restaurants, hotels, nightclubs, and private events are allowed to operate until 200 a.m. from Monday to Thursday and all night on Fridays, weekends, and public holidays.
Rwanda
Rwanda extends opening hours for bars, nightclubs during festive season
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
President William Ruto announced on Monday that Kenya has officially placed a bid to host the Grammy Awards, with a payment of Ksh. 500 million (about $3.9 million) already made to support the initiative.
Music
Kenya invests Rwf5.3 billion in bid to host African Grammy Awards  
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Visitors during a tour of the new exhibition dubbed '‘The Nostalgie 2000’ in Kigali. Photos by Willy Mucyo
Art
PHOTOS: Relive Rwanda's musical evolution: Inside the 'Nostalgie 2000' exhibit
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Manzi Fleur (left) shares the stage with Sema Sole, both Mellow Couch artists dedicated to championing hip-hop’s rightful place in the spotlight.
Music
PHOTOS: Is Mellow Fest leading the Hip-Hop renaissance in Kigali?
Monday, December 09, 2024
Revelers enjoying last year’s Mellow Fest. The much-anticipated alternative rap showcase returns this Saturday at Mundi Center. Photo by Dan Gatsinzi
Others
This weekend in Kigali: Festive fun awaits you
Friday, December 06, 2024
The initiative was launched with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) , the Ministry of ICT and Innovation and the University of Rwanda on November 10, 2023. Courtesy
Featured
FEATURED: UNDP's UniPod: Empowering innovators to tackle real-world challenges
Friday, December 06, 2024
Creators from the Open Access to Cultural Heritage GLAM Rwanda initiative working to make Rwanda's heritage accessible on global open platforms- COURTESY
Art
How Creative Commons licenses can transform Rwandan storytelling
Thursday, December 05, 2024
Singer Weasel Manizo, of Goodlyfe fame, has ousted longtime manager Geoffrey Chagga from his Makindye home, Neverland, amid a heated fallout tied to personal and financial disputes. COURTESY
Showbiz
Weasel Manizo evicts longtime manager Chagga from Neverland in fiery fallout
Wednesday, December 04, 2024
A stampede ensued at a football stadium in the Guinean city of N’Zérékoré on December 1, resulting in at least 56 deaths. Photo/ Reuters.
Africa
Kagame condoles with Guineans after stadium stampede claims over 50 lives
Wednesday, December 04, 2024
Kenyan boyband Sauti Sol is set to perform this Saturday at Kigali Universe, alongside several local acts. COURTESY
Showbiz
Top eight Kigali nightlife picks this weekend
Friday, November 29, 2024
The annual Friends of Amstel Experience attracted different DJs and artistes at Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village, on Saturday, November 23. Courtesy
Featured
PHOTOS: BNXN headlines a night of music, friendship, memories at ‘Friends of Amstel’
Sunday, November 24, 2024
Revelers soak in the energy at last year’s Friends of Amstel Experience. The event returns this Saturday, headlined by Nigeria’s BNXN.
Showbiz
Make the most of Kigali this weekend
Friday, November 22, 2024

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