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 Heritier Bahizi
Heritier Bahizi
Revelers soak in the energy at last year’s Friends of Amstel Experience. The event returns this Saturday, headlined by Nigeria’s BNXN.
Showbiz
Make the most of Kigali this weekend
Airtel Rwanda Managing Director Emmanuel Hamez speaks during a press event on Tuesday, November 20, Photo Courtesy
Featured
Airtel Rwanda launches ‘Voice Over 4G’, completes nationwide network upgrade
Legendary Rwandan musician Jean Marie Muyango looks excited after receiving the Music In Africa Honorary Award on Monday, November 18-courtesy
Rwanda
Rwandan legends Kayirebwa, Muyango honored for impact on African music
L-R_ Blandy Uwase and Yvonne Kayitesi, the duo behind This and That, pose in the studio as their podcast surpasses 25,000 subscribers and expands to audio platforms. COURTESY
Music
Journalist duo behind ‘This and That’ podcast expands beyond YouTube with innovative lifestyle, travel content
Gratien Niyitegeka, star of Zacu TV's Shuwa Dilu, and Sophie Tchatchoua, Managing Director of CANAL+ Rwanda, at Imbuga City Walk during the launch of the festive promo Buri Munsi Ni Ibirori on Friday, November 15.
CANAL+ Rwanda launches festive season promo
From Canada to Kigali, Melku Gebrekristos shares her journey of turning a passion for ice lollies into a thriving business.
Rwanda
Frozen delights: Eritrean-Canadian entrepreneur on transforming excess fruit into tasty treats
Kigali's nightlife ignites with The Reminisce on November 16 at Atelier du Vin, celebrating the best of '70s, '80s, '90s, and early 2000s dance hits. COURTESYject
The best of Kigali: Six spiritual, artistic, and nightlife events for you
Musician and radio personality Uncle Austin speaks at a panel discussion on boosting the growth on Rwandan music during the opening day of ACCESS in Kigali on Thursday, November 14-Courtesy
Rwanda
ACCES sparks dialogue on boosting Rwanda’s music industry growth
Kigali’s iconic venue, Atelier du Vin, transformed for a night of retro music, good vibes, and great company.
Music
Kigali’s ‘The Reminisce’ brings vintage vibes, classic beats to life this November
Breakdancers from the inaugural Move Afrika Dance Camp—now back for a second edition this weekend, showcasing top regional talent. COURTESY
Showbiz
Kigali’s pulse: 10 Must-see cinematic, music, art, and praise experiences this weekend
The average broadband cost in Rwanda is around $22.15 (about Rwf30,124), with basic mobile data and voice plans costing $7.44 and advanced plans costing $4.25.Photo Courtesy 
Technology
Why Rwanda leads in affordable internet for Africa's digital nomads
Rwanda's top rap artists and producers unite in the studio to create an original collaborative album that captures the spirit of the country's urban youth culture. COURTESY
Music
ACCES Showcase Festival to debut new collab album uniting Rwanda's Hip-Hop talent
Singer Bruce Melodie shares a moment with a boxer at a previous Universe Boxing Championship event. The third edition returns this Sunday. COURTESY
What are the top eight events in Kigali this weekend?
Dallaire Institute and  University of Rwanda (UR) officials pose for a group during the  launch of a short course on Wednesday, October 23, Photos by Dan Gatsinzi
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Dallaire Institute, UR launch short course to advance Africa’s child protection
At just 21, producer AY is making a name in rap with a sound that captures real-life struggles. COURTESY
Music
AY talks music path, founding ‘GMF,’ repping street culture
TECNO introduced its latest smartphone series, the SPARK 30, in Rwanda on Friday, October 25.Craish Bahizi
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TECNO SPARK 30 Series unveils AI innovation, partners with MTN
Two years after his passing, pop star Yvan Buravan will be honored with the Twaje Fest tribute concert this Saturday, which will also feature the release of a deluxe posthumous album. PHOTO BY Olivier Mugwiza.
Music
October's final weekend: Eight must-see spots around Kigali
Both delegations pose for a group photo at the meeting that was held under the theme “Facilitating Partnerships For Sustainable and Inclusive Growth
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FEATURED: Equity Bank, CII launch India-Rwanda trade mission, positioning Kigali as ‘Africa's key destination for Indian businesses’

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