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A new generation of East African artists is turning bedrooms into studios, using affordable technology to write, record and release music independently.

The DIY blueprint: How independent artistes build careers from home

Saturday, June 06, 2026

Comedians take a bow at a past edition of _Thank God It’s Funny_. The comedy night returns Saturday at Kigali Universe with Kenyan act Doug Mutai leading the lineup. PHOTO BY Kellya Raissa for The New Times.

Kigali weekend lineup: Comedy night, poolside music and more

Friday, June 05, 2026

When The Matrix premiered in 1999, audiences were drawn to its visual effects and action sequences.

Weekend watch: Five films that challenge the way we think

Friday, June 05, 2026

Spinny & Friends expands while Yampano hearing raises questions. COURTESY

Culture watch: Spinny & Friends expands, Yampano hearing draws media debate

Thursday, June 04, 2026

We Don’t Recall a Horizon is a forthcoming solo exhibition by Rwandan contemporary visual artist Richard Mwizerwa, set to open in Tokyo on June 27, and run through Aug. 9. COURTESY

Rwandan painter Mwizerwa to stage solo exhibition in Tokyo

Thursday, June 04, 2026

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What to know about FIFA’s 2026 World Cup music project

Wednesday, June 03, 2026

Creatives during a session in The Africa House.

Kigali on radar as Africa's next creative frontier

Wednesday, June 03, 2026

Kigali Fashion Week 2026 concluded on May 30 at Pinnacle Kigali. Photos by Kellya Keza

Kigali Fashion Week wraps up with renewed push for industry growth

Sunday, May 31, 2026

King James has confirmed a second concert after tickets for the August 1 show sold out within just three days. Photo by IGIHE

King James confirms second concert after selling out August 1 show

Sunday, May 31, 2026

DJs Melvyn, Etania, City Girl, Kash Pro and Spinny are set to headline a high-energy night at Atelier du Vin this Friday. COURTESY.

Kigali: BAL Final headlines weekend of concerts, exhibits & raves

Friday, May 29, 2026

Kigali Fashion Week officially returned after a six-year hiatus on May 27. Courtesy

Kigali Fashion Week returns with call for investment

Friday, May 29, 2026

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Movies: Standout picks for your weekend watchlist

Friday, May 29, 2026

Ponte visited Kigali on May 26

Audiomack co-founder backs Rwanda’s rise in music streaming space

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Kenyan singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Bensoul is set to headline the upcoming edition of Strictly Soul in Kigali on May 29. Courtesy

Kenyan artiste Bensoul to headline Strictly Soul in Kigali

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Visitors tour inside Angelo Bertrand Kwizera's exhibition on Saturday, May 23, as he hosted his first-ever photo exhibition titled “Becoming.” Courtesy

Becoming: Storyteller portrays child’s career dream through the lens

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Intayoberana Cultural Troupe, will headline at a cultural concert dubbed ‘Gira u Rwanda’, set to take place on July 25. Courtesy

Intayoberana troupe announces cultural concert in July

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Renowned Rwandan comedian John Muyenzi, popularly known as Babu Joe.

Comedian Babu Joe set for Dar fest

Monday, May 25, 2026

Dusabejambo’s film ‘Ben’Imana’ won two top awards, including Camera d’Or and FIPRESCI Prize, at Cannes Festival on Saturday, May 23. Courtesy photos

Ben’Imana’s Cannes triumph signals new era for Rwandan cinema

Monday, May 25, 2026

Bien-Aime's hit track Finale, which features Alikiba, took over the BAL Playoffs show action during Friday basketball action at BK Arena. Photos by TNT/ Olivier Mugwiza

Bien’s ‘Finale’ turns up the heat at BAL Playoffs halftime show

Saturday, May 23, 2026

South African amapiano star Benzoo will headline the second edition of Ivy Summer Fest at Nengo Eden Park Hotel in Rubavu on July 4. COURTESY.

South African Amapiano star Benzoo set for Rwanda debut at Ivy Summer Fest

Friday, May 22, 2026