Rwanda: Is Victor Rukotana’s Music Underrated?
[New Times] Musician Victor Rukotana was one of the ever present local artistes of his generation who would consistently drop modern music before transitioning to Gakondo genre some few years back.
Rwanda: Rapper AmaG the Black, Umushumba, and Rising Star ‘Umujura’ Thrill Gen Z Crowd
[New Times] Rapper AmaG The Black joined comedians Umushumba, Muhinde, and Pirate to headline the latest edition of the Gen-Z Comedy Show, held on Thursday, May 15. The bimonthly event brought together music and stand-up for a night of sharp punchlines…
Rwanda: Bongo Flava Star Marioo Expected in Kigali – What’s He Up To?
[New Times] Tanzanian musician Marioo is expected in Kigali for a private visit during which will embark on yet-to-be-disclosed professional projects with Rwandan artistes, some of whom previously featured in his latest album, The Godson.
Africa: Africa CEO Forum – Davido Calls for Investment in Africa’s Entertainment Facilities
[New Times] Global Afrobeats superstar David ‘Davido’ Adeleke has urged African governments to invest more in creative spaces as well as provide financial support to artists.
Cameroon: Tributes Pour In for Zeitz MOCAA CEO and Chief Curator Koyo Kouoh
[allAfrica] Koyo Kouoh, CEO and chief curator of Zeitz MOCAA in Cape Town, has died in Switzerland. She was 57.
Rwanda: Rwandan Movies Hit West African Market – What Does It Mean?
[New Times] Rwanda’s film industry is breaking new ground, expanding into West Africa with an aim of expanding regional reach, distribution and screen tourism as well as promotion through digital innovation.
Rwanda: With Pending Appeal Hearing, What If Turahirwa Is Found Guilty Again?
[New Times] Renowned fashion designer Moses Turahirwa, the founder of Moshions, is once again facing legal troubles linked to drug abuse charges.
Africa: Giants of Africa Festival to Return in Kigali On July 26
[New Times] The Giants of Africa Festival is set to return to Kigali from July 26-August 2, bringing together 320 young athletes from 20 African nations, and more than 20,000 spectators for a week of community, culture, basketball, education and entert…
Rwanda: Gen-Z Comedy Show Host Apologises After Controversial Content On Adultery
[New Times] Funny man Fally Marci, the founder and organiser of GEN-Z Comedy Show, on Wednesday, May 7, issued a public apology following a controversial incident fellow funnymen Nzovu and Yaka whose onstage remarks during the May 2 show at the Kigali …
Rwanda: DA Rest Dedicates New Album to His Fiancée
[New Times] In an emotional celebration, Rwandan artiste Prince Ishimwe, better known by his stage name Da Rest, presented his new album “Souvenir53” to an intimate gathering of close friends and family members during a listening party held on May 3.