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L-R Sandrine Isheja returns, Tems’ Kigali concert, South Sudan’s social media ban, Fresh Kid’s exam success, and Mackinlay’s trumpet record bid.

Top regional lifestyle: Isheja’s radio return, South Sudan’s social media shutdown, Fresh Kid’s school success, and more

Friday, January 24, 2025

From Tems’ upcoming Kigali show to Diamond Platnumz’s wedding plans and TikTok’s brief shutdown—here’s your weekly roundup of the hottest lifestyle highlights.

Recap: Knowless’ beer name, Tems in Kigali, Diamond Platnumz’s wedding, TikTok shutdown, and more

Monday, January 20, 2025

Rappers Thedicekid and Kid from Kigali lit up the stage at Sofar's inaugural Beats & Bars session. Don’t miss its return this weekend at Mundi Center’s Depot37. COURTESY

Kigali’s top events this weekend: Music, wellness, and more

Friday, January 17, 2025

The 22-year-old gospel singer Vestine Ishimwe, of the acclaimed duo Vestine and Dorcas, legally married her Burkinabe partner, Ouedraogo Idrissa.

Kinyinya official confirms singer Vestine's civil marriage

Thursday, January 16, 2025

Vestine Ishimwe of popular Rwandan gospel music duo Vestine and Dorcas is now legally married to a Burkinabe husband Ouedraoso Idrissa. Courtesy

Gospel singer Vestine, Burkinabe lover exchange marriage vows

Thursday, January 16, 2025

Fally Mercy, the organizer of Gen-Z Comedy, applauds one of the comedians on stage. All photos by Emmanuel Dushimimana

Gen Z Comedy Show to mark 3 years of spotlighting Rwanda’s rising comedic stars

Friday, January 10, 2025

This Friday, all roads lead to the Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village (KCEV) for Icyumba Cya Rap

Kigali's best: Hikes, farm tours, cultural shows this weekend

Friday, January 10, 2025

This year's Oscar nominations had been due to be announced on 17 January

Oscar nominations postponed because of LA fires

Thursday, January 09, 2025

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Monetizing creativity: Socialite Tracy Umukunzi reveals her content creation secrets

Thursday, January 02, 2025

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Rwandan socialite Kathia Uwase engaged to national basketball player Adonis Filer

Wednesday, January 01, 2025

Miss Rwanda 2020 has acknowledged the love her husband Michael Tesfay. Courtesy

Miss Naomie to Tesfay: You’ve shaped me into a woman I am today

Monday, December 30, 2024

Kate Bashabe, her mother and Kicukiro District Executive Administrator Antoine Mutsinzi and other officials join children to celebrate Christmas-All photos courtesy

Philanthropy is not just for the rich — Kate Bashabe

Saturday, December 28, 2024

The Ben and his wife Pamela Uwicyeza are expecting a baby a year after their marriage-courtesy

The Ben and wife expect a baby

Thursday, December 26, 2024

Upcoming bands vie for an annual contract in the Battle of the Bands semi-finals at Marriott Hotel this Saturday, December 14-Courtesy

December picks: Eight top weekend spots

Friday, December 13, 2024

DJ Sonia was awarded best DJ at the Zikomo Africa Awards held in South Africa on Wednesday, December 4-File

DJ Sonia bags best DJ prize at Zikomo Africa Awards

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

Weasel Manizo evicts longtime manager Chagga from Neverland in fiery fallout

Wednesday, December 04, 2024

Nigerian femal musician Tems has added Rwanda to his 2025 world music tour. It will be his first concert in Kigali-courtesy

Recap: Sandra Teta, Weasel wedding bash so close and Nasty C kicks fan in Kigali

Monday, December 02, 2024

Kenyan boyband Sauti Sol is set to perform this Saturday at Kigali Universe, alongside several local acts. COURTESY

Top eight Kigali nightlife picks this weekend

Friday, November 29, 2024

Meghan and Prince Harry are said to be working separately

Meghan Markle issues statement after solo Thanksgiving appearance amid strained relationship with Prince Harry

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Rwandan socialite Sandra Teta, and her husband singer Weasel Manizo. Courtesy

Sandra Teta confirms wedding plans with Weasel are in motion

Tuesday, November 26, 2024