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State Minister for Youth and Arts Sandrine Umutoni speaks during celebrations marking International Youth Day on August 12. PHOTO/COURTESY

'It is their basic right to dream': Umutoni's vision for youth, culture and Rwanda's creative future

Monday, September 21, 2026
Nigerian photographer Stephen Tayo was among participants for the Creative Talks workshops that concluded in Kigali on Sunday, September 13. Courtesy
Art

Creative Talks connects African artists through exchange, mentorship

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Scenes from STRIVE LAB, an interactive streetwear and creative experience held during the I Am Hip Hop Festival. COURTESY PHOTOS.
Fashion

PHOTOS: Runway, rap and streetwear at 'Strive Lab'

Monday, September 07, 2026
From right to left: Munyaneza, Rutayisire, Mwiza, Mugabo and the host Samah Fawzi during the discussion. Courtesy.

Rwandan podcasters urged to prioritise audience growth, authentic storytelling

Saturday, August 29, 2026
Diamond Platnumz will perform in Kigali again on Saturday, August 29, at BK Arena Parking lot. courtesy

Kigali’s last August weekend offers music, culture, family fun

Friday, August 28, 2026
Inside Tales House London, a luxury retail space showcasing African fashion and diaspora brands, where Rwandan designers will have their pieces available for retail. COURTESY
Fashion

UK retail firm opens doors to Rwanda's emerging fashion brands

Friday, August 28, 2026
L-R_ Dylack, Taz, AY, Hunni, Longjay and Jay Pac in the first row; Slum Drip, DJ Gulain, RoMeo Rapstar and B-Threy in the second; and Shmadoek, Racine and Icenova in the third. COURTESY.
Music

I Am Hip Hop bets on collaborations to connect African creatives

Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Bolingo is a singer, guitarist, producer and mentor. He is the founder of Umuriri Band and UB Records and also works as a music mentor under Art Rwanda Ubuhanzi.
Music

Paccy Bolingo on giving Rwandan culture a modern sound

Monday, August 24, 2026
Raoul Rugamba, is among the speakers at the upcoming 2026 Africa Creative Economy and Investment Forum (ACEIF),
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Rwanda to host Pan-African forum on creative economy

Wednesday, August 19, 2026
US-based Rwandan entertainer and media personality Ally Soudy.

Rebranded Cabaret Kigali live show returns after three-year hiatus

Tuesday, August 18, 2026
(L-R) Rocky, a judge on CAFA Ignite; Radjab Mbonyumuvunyi, the Mayor of Rwamagana District and Chief Guest at the event; Sintia Crochet, winner of the CAFA Ignite fashion Competition; Chinny Nwokedi; Representative of the President of CAFA; Aare(Prof) Lai Labode)
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CAFA Ignite 2026 demonstrates viability of African Global Fashion Games

Friday, August 14, 2026
A total of 64 graduates celebrate during the graduation ceremony of the 16th cohort of the SheCanCODE Bootcamp, implemented by Igire Rwanda Organization (IRO), on July 29. Photos by Kellya Keza
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Over 60 women graduate as ‘SheCanCODE Bootcamp’ produces coders driving tech innovation

Monday, August 03, 2026