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A new documentary film titled Umuganda was officially screened at the University of Rwanda on March 4. Courtesy
Cinema
New film on ‘Umuganda’ premieres in Kigali
Friday, March 06, 2026
Ugandan comedian Patrick Salvador arrive at Kigali International Airport in Kigali on Wednesday, March 5, ahead of the Thank God It’s Funny comedy show on Friday
Funnymen Salvador, Teacher Mpamire jet in for comedy show in Kigali
Thursday, March 05, 2026
According to the regulator, the pump prices are set at Rwf1,989 per litre for gasoline (petrol) and Rwf1,948 per litre for diesel, a slight increase from Rwf1900 during that review. Sam Ngendahimana
Energy
Gasoline prices remain unchanged in latest fuel review
Wednesday, March 04, 2026
Rwandan producer and singer Element Eleeeh will headline the upcoming Eid celebration edition of Uganda’s popular Comedy Store event in Kampala
Music
Element Eleeeh set for Kampala show, Diddy’s sentence shortened
Wednesday, March 04, 2026
Producer Clement Ishimwe is working on his maiden album 'Legacy' which, he said, reflects his time in the game over the past two decades. Photo courtesy
Music
Producer Clement on two decades in studio, bringing own album to life
Tuesday, March 03, 2026
Gospel musician Alexis Dusabe has said his April 4 concert in Brussels, Belgium, will go ahead as earlier planned. Photo by Kelly Raissa Keza
Music
Alexis Dusabe says Brussels concert will go ahead as planned
Monday, March 02, 2026
Cyprien Uzabakiriho, commonly known as Djihad; John Kalisa, and François Xavier Ishimwe; Nestor Kwizera. Courtesy
Crime
Court jails four, acquits one in Yampano sextape case
Friday, February 27, 2026
Musician and radio presenter Uncle Austin has retired from radio after 26 years on air. Photo courtesy
Showbiz
Uncle Austin quits radio after 26 years on air
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Filmmaker Zion Sulaiman Mukasa Matovu takes a footage of citizens participating in Umuganda which is named after his latest film. Photo courtesy
Cinema
New film traces Umuganda’s role in Rwanda’s rebuilding process
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Music producer Madebeats during an interview with The New Times and Producer Element. Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
Music
Madebeats on Element Eleéeh comparisons: 'We're not the same'
Monday, February 23, 2026
Turarenze produced by Murilo, Turarenze brings together Davis D’s melodic style and Ish Kevin’s rap delivery.
Music
On repeat: 10 new Rwandan songs topping charts
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Cirque du Freak The Vampire’s Assistant.
Cinema
Weekend watch: Seven family-friendly horror movie picks
Friday, February 20, 2026
Musician Kivumbi King has reacted on the criticism from fellow artistes regarding his Hip-Hop Artist of the Year win at the 2025 Isango na Muzika Awards. File
Music
Kivumbi King admits hip-hop award controversy ‘understandable’
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Some local artistes who will perform during Tour du Rwanda 2026 edition. Bushali, Bwiza, Kenny Sol, Kivumbi King, DJ Marnaud, Symphony Band and Ruti Joel will headline the show. Courtesy
Cycling
Who will entertain cycling fans at Tour du Rwanda festival?
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Tontonchris (c) and Ariel Wayz (R) during the video shoot of new song Look Around. Courtesy photo
Music
Ex-Cool Family dancer Tontonchris back to the roots with 'twin singles'
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Grammy Award-winning American rapper and singer Doja Cat, is expected to headline the Kigali show on March 17.
Music
Doja Cat: Who is Move Afrika's next headliner?
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Producer Madebeats has completed his own recording studio in Rusororo . Photo by IGIHE
Showbiz
Madebeats has new studio, and Warner Bros have a deal to close  
Monday, February 16, 2026
Kigali High Court on Monday, February 16, postponed the appeal hearing of fashion designer Moses Turahirwa.
Crime
Court postpones appeal hearing for fashionista Turahirwa 
Monday, February 16, 2026

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