Rwanda: Grammy Nominee Kelis Enjoys Rwandan Adventure – From Gorillas, Hills, Inyambo Cows
[New Times] American singer, songwriter and chef Kelis, widely known for her hit song ‘Milkshake,’ is currently exploring ‘the scenic beauty of Rwanda.’ Sharing her journey with over 1.5 million Instagram followers, Kelis posted videos showcasing her e…
Rwanda: All Set for Multi-Genre Kwanza Fest
[New Times] Kwanza Fest will feature a diverse lineup of artists spanning different musical styles, providing a more eclectic experience at the festival’ s first edition.
Rwanda: Miss Rwanda 2020 Nishimwe Opens Up on Michael’s Engagement
[New Times] Miss Rwanda 2020 Naomie Nishimwe has for the first time expressed her feelings about her recent engagement with her fiancé Michael Tesfay and what the future holds for the lovebirds going forward.
Rwanda: New Dance Competition to Debut in Rwanda
[New Times] A dance competition dubbed ‘Byina Rwanda’ was launched on January 29, to identify talent, sharpen skills, promote dance and give platforms for young people to buy talent-novate and better themselves through job creation in arts and creative…
Rwanda: Youth and Arts Minister Calls for More Artistes’ Participation in Social Events
[New Times] The Minister of Youth and Arts, Dr Abdallah Utumatwishima, has said that local artistes deserve enough participation and exposure in all social events taking place in the country.
Rwanda: How Dj Inno Became a Disk Spinning Sensation
[New Times] It is evident that deejaying in Rwanda has evolved in recent years, with disc jockeys acting as sound conduits and intermediaries between local artistes and the public, as well as introducing new artistes to the mainstream.
Rwanda: Kigali Youth Festival Exhibition Presents Creativity, Innovation
[New Times] The Kigali Youth Festival Exhibition which celebrates youthful creativity and entrepreneurship, kicked off on January 22 and is set to run until January 26 at Imbuga City Walk, also known as the Car Free Zone.
Rwanda: Preps for Iteka African Cultural Festival in High Gear
[New Times] Preparations for the second edition of Iteka African Cultural Festival (IACF2024), slated for January 24-27, is in high gear as performers end rehearsals, Yannick Niyonzima, the brains behind the event, has said.
Rwanda: How Ngabonziza Uses Music to Push Rwandan Culture on the Global Scene
[New Times] Walking the streets of Kigali or attending city parties, it’s easy to spot the word ‘Nziza’ on the t-shirts and hoodies worn by the city’s generation Z, and it’s more than just a word, it’s the future of Rwanda’s music industry.
Rwanda: ‘Side By Side’ Exhibition to Showcase East African Women’s Art
[New Times] Impundu Arts Center, a local art curation house, is set to host the “Side by Side” group exhibition from February 3 to 18 to provide a platform for women artists, enhancing their visibility in the art world.