Uganda: Ya Levis’ Memorable Performance Leaves Ugandans Yearning for More
[Nile Post] Congolese star Ya Levis had a performance in Uganda that will forever be talked about for all the reasons.
Rwanda: Minister Umutoni Sheds Light On New Ip Law Amid Artists’ Concerns
[New Times] Rwanda’s Minister of State for Youth and Arts Sandrine Umutoni has said that the new Intellectual Property law, which sparked endless debates on social media, will not take away intellectual property rights over works they lawfully created.
East Africa: Rwanda’s Creative Industry Divided Over New Ip Law, Demands for Revision Grow
[New Times] Key figures in Rwanda’s creative industry are voicing concerns on social media, arguing that the new intellectual property law–which permits the government, schools, and religious institutions to use their works without consent or payment-…
Rwanda: Rwandan-Canadian Author Reconnects Children With Cultural Roots in New Book Series
[New Times] Michaella Mutoni — Dorvlo, a Rwandan-Canadian with a deep love for cultural heritage, has embarked on a mission to reconnect children with their roots through her debut children’s book series, “The Wondrous Journey of Isaro and Juru.”
Rwanda: Where Pageant Beauty Meets Basketball – Odile Uwase, Francis Shyaka Tie the Knot
[New Times] Odile Uwase Sangwa, the second runner-up in Miss Rwanda 2019, married her longtime partner, entrepreneur and former basketball player Francis Shyaka. The couple celebrated their union with a traditional ceremony at Juru Park Rebero on Augus…
Rwanda: Burundi’s Kidum, Shauku Band Return With ‘Soirée Dansante’ Concert
[New Times] Renowned Burundi zouk maestro Kidum and Rwanda’s popular Shauku Band will host a concert titled “Soirée Dansante” (Evening of Dance) on August 23 at the Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village (KCEV).
Rwanda: Twaje Fest – Honouring Yvan Buravan’s Life Through Music, Cancer Awareness
[New Times] YB Foundation has announced ‘Twaje Fest,’ a festival honouring the late Yvan Buravan, scheduled for October 26 at the BK Arena.
Rwanda: Kigali – What Does Sheebah Karungi Have Lined Up Before Saturday Show?
[New Times] Ugandan singer Sheebah Karungi is set to headline the first edition of the Keza Camp-out Experience at Keza Hotel. According to organisers, the event, slated for August 17, promises to be a memorable day filled with music, entertainment, an…
Rwanda: Comedian Patrick Rusine Engaged
[New Times] Wedding bells are ringing for Rwanda’s funnyman and radio host Patrick Rusine after proposing to his girlfriend Iryn Nizra Uwase. The comedian announced his engagement on social media, featuring his fiancée with the engagement ring.
Angola: Authorities Must Release TikToker Arbitrarily Detained for One Year
[AI London] Responding to the news that Angolan TikToker Ana da Silva Miguel, also known as Neth Nahara, has now spent one year behind bars for criticizing President João Lourenço in a TikTok video, Amnesty International’s Deputy Regional Dir…