The Silver Gala is set for Saturday, September 7, at Kigali Convention Center Auditorium, and Nigerian artiste Runtown has just arrived in Kigali for the occasion. Born Douglas Jack Agu, Runtown, 35, is a singer, songwriter, and producer. He last performed in Rwanda in 2017, eliciting mixed reactions, and is known for popular tracks like ‘Mad Over You’, ‘For Life’, ‘Energy’, and ‘Bend Down Pause’, featuring Wizkid and Walshy Fire. The Silver Gala is expected to convene business leaders, entrepreneurs, and influencers for an evening of fashion, entertainment, and powerful moments, featuring surprise guest performances and a lineup of notable speakers, all aimed at uplifting about 660 children and youth associated with the Sherie Silver Foundation. ALSO READ: Behind the Silver Gala: Fashion meets entertainment to uplift Rwandan youth Notable attendees at the gala include Ghanaian dancer Lisa Quama Darko and UK dancer Beth Pearcey, joining Sherrie Silver in her mission. Featured speakers include Fred Swaniker, founder of the African Leadership Group and African Leadership University, and Rwandan music sensation The Ben. Tickets are currently sold out, so stay tuned to our platforms for live updates on all highlights.
