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Veteran Traditional singer Timothée Ngombwa, known for his patriotic songs that carry deep historical meaning, has passed away at the age of 80. Courtesy
Rwanda

Timothee Ngombwa who composed “Ziravumera” dies aged 80

Friday, March 20, 2026
Musinga joins a group of entertainers in drumming. The king is said to have enjoyed traditional music and dance. EP.0.0.6150, collection RMCA Tervuren; unidentified photographer, s.d. All rights reserved.
Art

Rwanda’s philosophy of heroism and the resurgence of praise poetry

Thursday, February 19, 2026
Artiste Maria Yohani and Muyango will participate in Ubutwari Tour 2026, a cultural celebration timed to coincide with the country’s Heroes Month that will run throughout January and conclude on February 1.
Art

Ubutwari Tour to take Rwanda’s music legends nationwide for Heroes Month

Thursday, January 15, 2026
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

Tuesday, November 25, 2025
The Ben is set to perform in Manchester, United Kingdom, on October 18.
Music

The Ben confirms concert in Manchester

Wednesday, September 24, 2025
National ballet Urukerereza will perform at the Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts taking place in Jordan-courtesy
Music

Urukerereza heads to Jordan for Jerash Festival

Thursday, July 24, 2025
Imitari operated with purely cultural intentions.
Society

How traditional troupes in exile backed the liberation struggle

Wednesday, July 09, 2025
Revelers were made to leave the venue after the Ivy Summer Fest was cancelled prematurely-Photos by Germain Nsanzimana
Music

Ivy Summer Fest halted as Bruce Melodie cancels performance at Toxic Xperience

Saturday, July 05, 2025
More than 30 artists across all elements of hip-hop come together at Institut Français for the second edition of I Am Hip Hop. COURTESY.

From Hip Hop to lake vibes, here’s where to celebrate Liberation weekend

Friday, July 04, 2025
The New Times

How Rwanda was liberated from the songs of hate

Friday, July 04, 2025
Rwanda Patriotic Army fighters register members during the Liberation Struggle in 1990s. Courtesy

Kwibohora: A look back at decades that preceded July 4, 1994

Friday, July 04, 2025
The New Times
Music

PHOTOS: Mariya Yohana’s Liberation tribute blends music, memory, and national pride

Friday, July 04, 2025