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What’s on the weekend banquet? Find out!

Friday, February 06, 2026
Khaby Lame.
Showbiz

TikToker Khaby Lame sells company shares in $1bn deal

Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Comedian Japhet Mazimpaka performs during his one-man comedy at Urban Park Suites in Kigali on January 23.
Showbiz

Fame, false validation take center stage at Japhet’s one-man comedy show

Saturday, January 24, 2026
Kigali residents enjoy an outing at a past show. PHOTO BY Olivier Mugwiza.
Showbiz

What’s happening in Kigali this weekend

Friday, January 23, 2026
This weekend in Kigali: the monthly Car Free Day with sports and fitness or catch France Mpundu live this Friday at CCFR. COURTESY.
Showbiz

Your weekend plans in Kigali, sorted

Friday, January 16, 2026
Prosper Nkomezi poses with his fiancée, Retina Nkurunziza, after proposing during an intimate lakeside moment. COURTESY
Showbiz

A lakeside “yes” for Prosper Nkomezi

Wednesday, January 14, 2026
American YouTube and Twitch sensation Darren Jason Watkins Jr., widely known as iShowSpeed, is set to visit Rwanda in the coming days as part of his highly publicised Africa tour.
Showbiz

Who is iShowSpeed, the internet sensation expected in Rwanda?

Thursday, January 08, 2026
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Showbiz

Oprah opens up on regretting her divorce from Katauti, says immaturity cost her marriage

Saturday, January 03, 2026
Gospel musician Vestine Ishimwe tied the knot with her Burkinabé husband Idrissa Ouedraogo before splitting in November. Photo by IGIHE.
Showbiz

Which celebrities tied the knot in 2025?

Tuesday, December 30, 2025
YouTuber and streamer iShowSpeed during a live broadcast. The global creator has confirmed Rwanda as one of the stops on his upcoming “Speed Does Africa” tour. COURTESY.
Showbiz

Global streamer iShowSpeed to visit Rwanda on Africa-wide tour

Sunday, December 21, 2025
Kigali streets come alive during the 2025 holiday season. Photo by Craish Bahizi.
Showbiz

10 must-visit festive spots in Kigali this holiday season

Friday, December 19, 2025
3-Step and Afrohouse light up Depot37 at Mundi Center as TWESE returns for the venue’s anniversary edition. COURTESY.
Showbiz

Your guide to Kigali’s best events this Christmas season

Friday, December 12, 2025
Music lovers gather for the Trace Awards concert in Kigali.
Showbiz

Celebrate the holidays in Kigali: Grand Christmas Concert, German Market & Co

Friday, December 05, 2025
France (L) confirmed her relationship with Secret Story Africa winner Moctar is real. Photo courtesy
Showbiz

France admits love at first sight when she met Moctar

Monday, December 01, 2025
Niger's Moctar is the winner of the Secret Story Africa 2025.Photo Moctar Instagram
Showbiz

France Mpundu loses Secret Story Africa to boyfriend Moctar

Sunday, November 30, 2025
Two more suspects, Cyprien Uzabakiriho and Nestor Kwizera, are in RIB detention on suspicion of distributing sex tape of Yampano and his girlfriend. Photo Net
Showbiz

Two more suspects arrested in Yampano's leaked sex tape case

Thursday, November 27, 2025
Rwanda singer France Mpundu has qualified for the finals of The Secret Story Africa which is underway in South Africa-File
Showbiz

Rwanda’s France Mpundu advances into Secret Story Africa finals

Friday, November 21, 2025
Kigali Dutaramé brings Rwanda’s music and culture to life, uniting iconic traditional performers and contemporary artists for a night of stories, and heritage. COURTESY.
Showbiz

Kigali after hours: A weekend of sound, sight & celebration

Friday, November 21, 2025
France Mpundu got engaged to her fiance Moctar after just a month dating in South Africa where they are competing at The Secret Story Africa-courtesy
Showbiz

France Mpundu says 'Yes' to fellow ‘Secret Story’ contestant

Sunday, November 16, 2025
Crowd energy at a past Groove Kigali show. This Saturday, they welcome Ugandan artiste Kitaka for the 'Davido 5ive Tour' countdown at Mundi Center. COURTESY.
Showbiz

Kigali weekend roundup: Hip-Hop, AfroHouse, film & creative vibes

Friday, November 14, 2025