Rwanda: Party Time – Rubavu Welcomes Thousands for Liberation Holidays
[New Times] It is about to go down in Rubavu as the North-Western town welcomes thousands of Kigali to the breathtaking beach and lakeside spots for the liberation holidays.
Rwanda: Teacher Mpamire Back to Gen Z Comedy Show Stage
[New Times] Just a year after taking the Camp Kigali stage down, Ugandan comedy sensation and actor Teacher Mpamire will once again be the main act for the next edition of the Gen Z Comedy Show scheduled for Thursday, July 10.
Rwanda: Urw’intwari Liberation Concert Set to Celebrate Rwanda’s Heroic Legacy
[New Times] Rwanda’s events company, Ma Africa, will on July 3 host the inaugural liberation day concert dubbed “Urw’Intwari” at Kigali Convention Centre, bringing together renowned cultural troupes and artistes to celebrate Rwanda’s heroic history and…
Rwanda: Classic Cinema – Seven Must-See Movies This Weekend
[New Times] There’s something special about a classic film. Even if it was made years ago, it can feel as fresh and captivating. These films often have great stories and a timeless quality that stay with you long after the credits roll.
Rwanda: AI Music Is Flooding Streaming Platforms–the Industry Has a New Plan
[New Times] The music industry’s worst fears materialized in 2023, and they sounded a lot like American rapper Drake. A song called “Heart on My Sleeve” appeared online, a convincing fake duet between Drake and The Weeknd.
Rwanda: When Live Performances Become Rwandan Music’s Weak Link
[New Times] Rwanda’s music industry continues to make impressive strides, debuting on global markets, attracting more refined artistes, but the quality of live music performance remains a huge challenge to not only performers but listeners.
Rwanda: How Jan Vansina Distorted Rwanda’s History to Serve Colonial Interests
[New Times] When you read Jan Vansina’s books on Rwanda–such as Antecedents to Modern Rwanda: The Nyiginya Kingdom and Le Rwanda Ancien: Le Royaume Nyiginya–you are left wondering why he exerted so much effort to distort Rwanda’s pre-colonial history.
Rwanda: Ncuti Gatwa’s Final Doctor Who Season Scores Critics’ Choice Nomination
[New Times] The Critics Choice Association has announced the nominees for the fifth annual Critics Choice Super Awards, which honor the most popular and fan-driven genres in film and television, including superhero, science fiction and fantasy, horror,…
Rwanda: Rwandan Rapper Shizzo Pops the Question to Tessy in Glamorous Dubai Proposal
[New Times] Rwandan American rapper Shizzo Afropapi is officially off the market after getting engaged to pop culture journalist Yvonne Kayitesi, widely known as Tessy, a former host of Isango na Muzika.
Rwanda: Rumaga On Performing With Mariya Yohana – ‘Three Generations United for Liberation Through Music’
[New Times] Bruce Melodie, Butera Knowles, Samora Machel SMS, Tonzi, Tom Close, and Junior Rumaga will take the stage at a special pre-Liberation Day concert celebrating the legacy of veteran singer Mariya Yohana.