Africa: Doja Cat Brings ‘Vie’ to Life in Kigali in First-Ever Africa Performance
[New Times] I arrived at BK Arena just after 5 p.m., when early arrivals were already spreading across the space, testing vantage points and settling into what would become a steadily building crowd.
Rwanda: Kid From Kigali Joins Metro Afro As Label Expands
[New Times] Up-and-coming Rwandan artiste Kid From Kigali is the latest talent to join Metro Afro, a music label dedicated to nurturing emerging artists and supporting their growth in the industry.
Africa: All of Africa Today – March 13, 2026
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Africa: The Black Box Problem – How Africa’s Music Money Is Lost in Global Systems
[New Times] For African music, 2024 was a landmark year. The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) confirmed that Sub-Saharan Africa’s recorded music revenue surpassed $100 million for the first time, reaching $110 million with a…
Rwanda: Rwanda Is Somewhere I Could Live, Says Lewis Hamilton
[New Times] Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has said Formula One should bring a Grand Prix to Africa, describing Rwanda as “spectacular” and a place where he could imagine living.
Rwanda: Romeo Rapstar Debuts Ahazaza Collection With Local Streetwear Brand
[New Times] As more artistes confront the reality that streaming numbers do not always translate into steady income, many are looking beyond music for sustainability. Merchandise has become one of the more visible extensions, with emerging acts attachi…
Rwanda: Producer Clement On Two Decades in Studio, Bringing Own Album to Life
[New Times] For more than 20 years, Clement Ishimwe has been one of the quiet architects behind the rise of Rwanda’s modern music industry–developing talent, refining sound, and shaping the careers of some of the country’s most recognised artistes.
Rwanda: French Artist Guillaume Sardin On Blending Greek Forms With Rwandan Tradition
[New Times] French artist and architect Guillaume Sardin first arrived in Kigali in 2010 as a lecturer, tasked with teaching architecture to Rwandan students.
Rwanda: Alexis Dusabe Says Brussels Concert Will Go Ahead As Planned
[New Times] Gospel singer Alexis Dusabe has dismissed rumours suggesting that his upcoming concert in Brussels, Belgium, could be disrupted following reports that the initial promoter had pulled out. The artiste has reaffirmed that the show will procee…
Rwanda: New Film Traces Umuganda’s Role in Rwanda’s Rebuilding Process
[New Times] A new cultural documentary by Zion Films Company is set to present a fresh perspective on Rwanda’s post-1994 recovery by examining Umuganda as a long-standing philosophy that continues to shape the country’s social fabric.