Rwanda: K-Pop Comes to Kigali – Korean Embassy Blends Music, History in Exciting New Programme
[New Times] Around 90 individuals in Rwanda experienced what it takes to become a K-pop idol during a training class led by a renowned instructor from Seoul.
Rwanda: Senegal’s Majnun, Local Musicians Thrill Kigalians
[New Times] Senegal’s Multi — instrumentalist and singer Majnun’s performance lived up to the hype when he and headlined a live concert at the Kigali Cultural and Exhibition Village.
Rwanda: Romeo Rapstar’s ‘Umuzungu W’igikara’ LP Defies Trends With Individuality
[New Times] Recently, I had the pleasure of chatting with Romeo Rapstar during the inaugural “I Am Hip Hop” festival, organized by his label, Green Ferry Music. The festival’s mission, the rapper said, was to “put funds in the pockets of rappers.”
Rwanda: Is Kevin Kade Dating Tanzanian Top Model Jasinta Makwabe?
[New Times] There is something going on between musician Kevin Kade and Tanzanian actress and model Jasinta Makwabe. It may be showbiz, music or, believe it or not, a love affair.
Rwanda: Kagame Hosts Karumuna-Based Artists, Gifts Them Cows
[New Times] President Paul Kagame on Sunday, July 14, hosted artistes who reside in Karumuna to his home in Kibugabuga, fulfilling a promise he made to singer Knowless during the RPF presidential rally in Bugesera.
Rwanda: Artistes Reflect On Their Role in July Elections Campaign, What the Future Holds
[New Times] As Rwandans head to the polls to elect the President and Members of Parliament this Monday, July 15, it is fair to say that more than ever, music played a crucial role, not only in mobilising voters but also ensuring that the mood is jovial.
Congo-Kinshasa: Sixty Seconds With… Afrocongo Music Star Innoss’b – School Meals, Ending Hunger and DRC
[Africa Renewal] The singer-songwriter – and World Food Programme High-Level Supporter – on dreaming big against the odds in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Rwanda: Kigali Ranks Third Favourite African City for Travellers
[New Times] The City of Kigali has been ranked third on the list of travellers’ favourite African cities in 2024.
Angola: Culture Minister Mourns Death of Musician Mário Rui Silva
[ANGOP] Luanda — The Minister of Culture Filipe Zau on Sunday mourned the death in Portugal (Lisbon) of the musician, performer, composer and researcher Mário Rui Silva, alias “Marui”, who died Friday of an illness at the age of 71.
Rwanda: I Am Hip Hop Festival – New Beginning of Genre’s Revolution in Rwanda?
[New Times] Rwandan rappers have on various occasions accused industry players of not giving Hip Hop the promotion it deserves just like other genres.