Dancers during a thrilling performance at the debut Move Afrika Rwanda at BK Arena on Wednesday, December 6. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
The BK Arena buzzed with excitement as fans gathered for the first Move Afrika concert that was headlined by renowned American rapper Kendrick Lamar.
The line-up also featured performances by local artistes Bruce Melodie, Ariel Wayyz, and DJ Toxxyk, choreographer Sherrie Silver, and Tanzanian singer Zuchu.
President Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame joined thousands of fans for the debut Move Afrika Rwanda, the opening event of a first-of-its-kind music tour across Africa.
Kagame's presence was as thrilling as the performers, leaving the crowd ecstatic.
The New Times photographers Dan Gatsinzi and Olivier Mugwiza covered the concert and we bring you the moments through their lenses.
Choreographer Sherrie Silver, during the performance
Over 8000 revelers attended the show at BK Arena
Tanzanian singer Zuchu accompanied by colorful dancers burst onto the stage,
Tanzanian singer Zuchu accompanied by colorful dancers burst onto the stage, treating the audience to a medley of her hits, including 'Kwikwi,' 'Honey,' 'Cheche,' and 'Utaniua.'
Rwandan artiste Aliel Wayz during her performance at the show
Thousands of revelers turned up for Move Afrika concert at BK Arena.
According to a reliable source, the concert saw a turnout of over 8,000 people, creating an electrifying atmosphere
As the crowd continued to cheer him on, Kendrick took a moment to acknowledge the Rwandan rappers he had engaged with earlier.
Kendrick Lamar treated the audience to a showcase of his most viral hits, including 'Element,' 'Money Trees,' 'We Cry Together,' 'Loyalty,' 'M.A.A.D City,' 'DNA,' 'Love,' 'Alright,' and many more.
Dancers during a thrilling performance at the debut Move Afrika Rwanda at BK Arena on Wednesday, December 6. Photo by Olivier Mugwiza
The climax of Kendrick's performance was marked by the closing act, 'Mr. Morale,' the 16th track from his latest album, 'Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers.'
President Kagame speaks to thousands of revelers who attended the show at BK Arena on Wednesday evening
President Kagame attends the 'Move Afrika: Rwanda' concert and briefly addresses a roaring audience at BK Arena. It is the first Global Citizen experience in the region.
Kagame speaks to the audience at the show. Kagame's presence was as thrilling as the performers, leaving the crowd ecstatic.
The concert, a truly unique experience, seamlessly blended diverse performances, advocacy messages, throwbacks to Global Citizen Festival performances, and more.
The concert, a truly unique experience, seamlessly blended diverse performances, advocacy messages, throwbacks to Global Citizen Festival performances, and more.