Rwanda: Seven Reasons Why 200 Bars, Other Businesses Were Sanctioned
[New Times] A total of 206 bars and entertainment venues in Kigali faced penalties, including temporary closures and fines, after a citywide inspection uncovered widespread violations of hospitality and nightlife regulations by Rwanda Development Board…
Rwanda: ‘Hurts Harder’ – When Online Love Impersonation Ruins Kate’s Last Hope
[New Times] “Hurts Harder,” a story that explores deep emotional pain caused by toxic love, is making rounds of headlines in town.
Africa: What You Should Know As Giants of Africa Festival Returns to Kigali
[New Times] The Giants of Africa Festival is returning to Kigali from 26 July to 2 August, bringing together 320 young athletes from 20 African nations, and more than 20,000 spectators for a week of community, culture, basketball, education and enterta…
Uganda: Eddy Kenzo Dismisses Selective Govt Support, Defends Global Reputation
[Nile Post] Renowned singer Edrisa Musuuza, popularly known as Eddy Kenzo, has rejected a proposal for selective government funding of only a few top musicians.
Kenya: George Ruto’s Mood’ Matatu Back to Garage for Repairs After Dazzling City Launch
[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul — Just days after its glitzy unveiling, the now-famous Mood matatu- the latest addition to President William Ruto’s son George Ruto’s luxury public transport fleet — has been temporarily pulled off the road for touch-…
Uganda: Kenzo Has Never Been a Global Artist – Bebe
[Nile Post] Veteran Ugandan musician Moses Ssali, popularly known as Bebe Cool has asserted that Uganda has yet to produce a truly global artist.
Uganda: Jazz Maestro Katumwa Stuns At 30th Music Anniversary Concert
[Nile Post] For Isaiah Katumwa, music has never just been a passion; it’s been a calling. A platform to not only chase his dreams, but to uplift others and build a legacy rooted in mentorship, excellence, and craft.
Rwanda: Her Style – Cadette Umukundwa’s Quiet Power in Every Look
[New Times] Rwandan socialite and former Miss Rwanda contestant Cadette Umukundwa is known for her distinct sense of style, a way of expressing who she is without having to say a word.
Africa: Miss World, Miss Africa in Tanzania to Champion Preterm Baby
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam — THE Miss World, Sacha Ata, and Miss Africa, Hasset Dereje, together with Tanzanian fashion designer Mustafa Hassanali, visited the neonatal ward at Mwananyamala Hospital in Dar es Salaam, in partnership with the Doris Moll…
Kenya: Maasai Mara Included in the World Book of Records, UK
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The Maasai Mara National Reserve has been included in the World Book of Records, UK as the World’s Greatest Annual Terrestrial Wildlife Migration.