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Rwandan R&B star King James during his performance.
Music

King James’ 20 years in the game and the art of staying relevant

Friday, May 01, 2026
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
Ben and Chance
Music

Ben & Chance lead Easter celebrations at BK Arena

Sunday, April 05, 2026
Gospel singer Sarah Sanyu during an interview with The New Times. Photo by Emmanuel Dushimimana
Weekender

Singer Sarah Sanyu on solo career, coping with pressure to deliver

Friday, March 27, 2026
Enric Sifa, the founder of Metro Afro which signed Kid From Kigali under its management. Photo courtesy
Music

Kid From Kigali joins Metro Afro as label expands

Monday, March 16, 2026
Africa is capturing only a “negligible percentage” of its wealth in music despite commendable reach worldwide. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza

The black box problem: How Africa’s music money is lost in global systems

Monday, March 09, 2026
Fashion meets music_ Shots from Rapstar’s AHAZAZA lookbook. COURTESY
Fashion

RoMeo Rapstar debuts 'Ahazaza' collection with local streetwear brand

Thursday, March 05, 2026
Producer and sound engineer David Mucyo known as Madebeats during an interview.
Music

Madebeats talks creativity, competition and new music industry mindset

Monday, February 23, 2026
Fifi Raya performing at Icyumba Cya Rap concert at Zaria Court Kigali on December 26, 2025. Photo by Craish Bahizi
Music

Fifi Raya on what it means to be a female rapper in Rwanda

Wednesday, February 04, 2026
The New Times
Music

New faces in music to keep an eye on in 2026

Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Kid From Kigali in Paris with PSG defender Lucas Hernandez (second left), vocalist Inki and drummer-dancer Yannick Kamanzi (front row). Photo courtesy
Music

How PSG partnership is pushing Rwandan creatives on global map

Monday, January 26, 2026
The New Times
Music

IMA 2025: The Ben, Bwiza win Artist of the Year awards — who else stood out?

Monday, December 22, 2025