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 Jessica Agasaro
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The New Times
Music
Davido touches down in Kigali ahead of ‘sold out’ BK Arena concert
Davido is set to headline another concert in Kigali at BK Arena on Friday, December 5, as part of the ,5ive' album tour. Photo file
Music
Davido in Kigali: The top five tracks on “5ive” album
African ambassadors in Kigali met with the Rwanda Elders Advisory Forum and the Pan-African Movement on December 4 to start preparations for the 63rd Africa Day, set to be celebrated on May 25, 2026. Courtesy
Politics
Envoys in Kigali launch early preparations for 63rd Africa Day
Delegates pose for a group photo during the BK Foundation NextGen mentorship session held on December 3 at the BK headquarters in Kigali. Courtesy
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Bank of Kigali hosts ‘NextGen’ mentorship for emerging African innovators
Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Rwanda, Naeem Ullah Khan, speaks during a visit by a high-level delegation of Pakistani senators and business leaders to Rwanda for a three-day working mission on Monday, December 1.All photo
Business
Pakistani senators, business leaders explore cooperation opportunities in Rwanda
The dialogue brought together policymakers, commercial banks, MFIs, SACCOs, fintechs, civil society, and rural women to explore practical solutions  that expand access to dignified and fulfilling work. All photos: Dan Gatsinzi
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Mastercard Foundation champions inclusive finance for young rural businesswomen
Martin Mbonu, Chief Executive Officer of ComzAfrica (center, wearing a khaki sweatshirt), poses with his colleagues. Founded in 2010 by three Rwandans, ComzAfrica has grown from addressing airtime distribution challenges to powering digital lending, payments, electricity access, and other essential utilities for millions of Africans. Courtesy
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ComzAfrica marks 15 years of shaping Africa’s digital financial landscape
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Believers rejoice as Richard Nick Ngendahayo leads night of worship, reunion
L–R: Gospel artiste Richard Nick Ngendahayo; Natacha Haguma, CEO of Fill the Gap; Media Umulisa Rutayisire, General Manager of Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts Kigali; and Alain Numa, MTN Rwanda’s Corporate Social Responsibility Manager, during the press briefing for the Niwe Healing Concert at BK Arena on November 25. Courtesy
Music
All is set for Niwe Healing Concert, say organisers
AfricaWeek 2025 brought together founders, investors, operators, and ecosystem leaders in Kigali from November 20–21. Photos by Keza Kelia.
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Norrsken’s Africa/Week unites builders to shape continent’s future
Murenzi and his Namibian counterpart Raphael T. Hamunyela after the signing. Courtesy.
International
Rwanda, Namibia ink partnership in correctional services
Equity Group launched a three-day trade mission in Kigali, bringing together over 300 participants, including 65 international delegates, to explore investment opportunities in Rwanda and the East African region. Courtesy
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Equity Trade Mission positions Rwanda as potential gateway for regional expansion
Nick Ngendahayo and his wife (second from right) pose for a group photo with the team behind his concert after the interview with The New Times
Music
Richard Nick Ngendahayo opens up on life in US, homecoming concert
Inyamibwa dancers during a performance at the show dedicated to celebrate Rwandan traditional music and dance, at BK Arena on Saturday, November 22. All photos by Kellya Keza
Music
PHOTOS: Gakondo artistes celebrate culture, unity at Dutarame concert
Clients pose at Radisson Blu hotel's balcon in Kigali. Radisson Blu Kigali has introduced special accommodation rates, a meeting and events discount, and spa perks available from November 22, 2025, to January 31, 2026.
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Kigali: What Radisson Blu has lined up this festive season
Officials and delegates pose for a photo following an evening that celebrated loyalty, shared prosperity, and the Bank’s ongoing role in Rwanda’s socio-economic development
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Equity Bank hosts members’ gala highlighting impact, innovation
I&M Bank Rwanda Chief Executive Officer Benjamin Mutimura speaks during a panel discussion at a past event. Commenting on the results, he emphasised the importance of strategic clarity and stakeholder trust. Courtesy
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I&M Bank surpasses Rwf 1 trillion in total assets, reports 46% profit surge
Dida Nibagwire, co-founder of L’Espace, speaks at the opening of the Isôoko Festival, running from November 6 to 9. Photos by Craish Bahizi.
PHOTOS: Great Lakes artists explore identity, connection at Isôoko Festival

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