Eritrea: Eritrean Community Festival in the UK
[Shabait] Asmara — The Eritrean community festival was held with patriotic zeal on 20 and 21 July in London under the theme “Peace Anchored on Resilience.” The festival was officially opened by Mr. Saleh Abdella, Charge d’Affaires at the Eritrean Emba…
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.”
Mauritius: Minister Ganoo Launches Road Safety Books and Digital Materials for Primary School Students
[Government of Mauritius] The Minister of Land Transport and Light Rail, Mr Alan Ganoo, launched, this morning at the New Bambous Geoffroy Government School in Bambous, the Road Safety books and digital materials for primary school students.
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.
Uganda: Musicians Urged to Collaborate for a Common Cause
[Nile Post] Uganda Performing Right Society (UPRS) has held its annual general meeting that saw new board members elected.
Uganda: Why No War Museum in Luwero? – Musumba Challenges NRM
[Nile Post] Former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) vice-chairperson, Salam Musumba has called on the ruling party, National Resistance Movement (NRM) to build a war memorial museum in Luwero district to commemorate its people’s efforts towards the li…
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.