Rwanda: Youth Minister Wants an End to the Ben, Bruce Melodie’s Long-Time ‘Beef’
[New Times] The Minister of Youth, Abdallah Utumatwishima, is not pleased with people that are using their social media platforms to fuel the feud betweenThe Ben and Bruce Melodie, two of Rwanda’s biggest artistes.
Rwanda: Bruce Melodie On Being First Rwandan Musician to Win Trace Award
[New Times] Rwanda’s music sensation, Bruce Melodie, marked a milestone on Saturday, October 21, as he became the first Rwandan artiste to clinch a Trace Award. He secured the coveted title in the “Best Rwandan Artist” category.
Rwanda: It’s a Huge Motivation for Young Rappers – Ish Kevin On Meeting President Kagame
[New Times] It is truly a dream come true and a great inspiration for the young generation in genres like hip-hop, for young rappers in Rwanda to meet an influential leader like President Paul Kagame, given the perception that many have of hip-hop bein…
Rwanda: What Can Rwandan Artists, Event Organisers Learn From Trace Awards?
[New Times] The Just — concluded Trace Awards and Festival held at the BK Arena and Kigali Convention and Exhibition Village (KCEV) was proof that the Rwandan music industry and its players are on the right track.
Rwanda: Trace Awards – What African Artists Told Kagame
[New Times] Nigerian stars Rema and Davido were the top winners at the 2023 Trace Awards held in Kigali, on Saturday, October 21, but hosts, Rwanda, also won big for their superb hosting of the new awards franchise created by Trace, a global TV and mul…
Rwanda: Trace Awards – Kagame Meets Winners, Lauds Creative Industry
[New Times] Trace Awards is a channel of expression and the best gift for any people, any part of society, President Paul Kagame told the Afro prestigious award winners on Sunday, October 22.
Rwanda: Trace Awards – Rema, Davido Lead Winners
[New Times] For the first time, Trace, a global music taste-house which has been exporting Afro-music to the rest of the world for the last two decades, has recognised African musicians in a colorful awarding ceremony that took place in Kigali this Sat…
Rwanda: From Outfits to Perfomances, Fun Facts At Trace Awards
[New Times] If you’ve ever been to BK Arena for any other concert before and you were there last night, then you may have observed the fun facts below. But if you weren’t there, here’s a rundown of everything you might have missed.
Rwanda: Canadian Singer Shawn Mendez Spotted in Rwanda
[New Times] Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Peter Raul Mendez is in Rwanda for a visit. He was spotted engaging in a friendly conversation with Rwandan superstar, The Ben, at the luxurious One and Only Hotel in Musanze.
Rwanda: Confirmed – Rema to Perform At the Trace Awards
[New Times] Nigerian youngster Rema, who is among the best musicians in the world, will perform in Rwanda on Saturday, October 21, during the highly anticipated Trace Awards that will take place at BK Arena, Trace co-founder and executive chairman Oliv…