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As Rwanda enters the 100 days of commemoration, the nation’s airwaves shift from entertainment to remembrance, with music becoming a vessel for memory, mourning and unity.
Music

Kwibuka 32: How Rwandan music holds the nation’s grief

Tuesday, April 07, 2026
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
Residents take pictures of fireworks during the celebration of the New Year 2024. Photo by Craish BAHIZI

Festive season: Do we have to reschedule our joy for the white saviour?

Wednesday, December 31, 2025
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
A group of Rwandan youth from the diaspora pay their respects to the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi at the Kigali Genocide Memorial in Gisozi, during the ‘Rwanda Youth Tour’. Courtesy Photo

A Genocide that demands the world's conscience

Tuesday, November 04, 2025
Marie Immaculée Ingabire, the former chairperson of Transparency International Rwanda Chapter, passed away on Thursday, October 9. File
Rwanda

Celebrating Immaculée Ingabire’s legacy: A life built on courage, truth, and service

Thursday, October 16, 2025
Imitari operated with purely cultural intentions.
Society

How traditional troupes in exile backed the liberation struggle

Wednesday, July 09, 2025
A military parade during Kwibohora 30 anniversary. Every year on July 4th, Rwandans gather to commemorate Kwibohora—Liberation Day. Dan Gatsinzi

Liberation: Our flag flies on sacrifice, peace, and purpose

Monday, July 07, 2025
Rwanda national ballet "Urukerereza" during their performance at the celebration of the 31st Liberation Day in Japan. Photos by Davis Higiro
Music

Liberation Day: Urukerereza steals the spotlight at World Expo 2025 in Japan

Sunday, July 06, 2025
The New Times

How Rwanda was liberated from the songs of hate

Friday, July 04, 2025
The New Times
Music

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

Friday, July 04, 2025