Entertainment

Rwanda’s festive season has increasingly evolved into a period of inclusive community engagement, marked by public events that blend celebration, culture, and civic participation. Across Kigali and other urban centers, holiday activities are being positioned not only as moments of leisure, but also

As the festive season unfolds, Kigali’s entertainment scene is buzzing with vibrant activities designed to bring joy to residents, visitors, and youth alike. The City of Kigali, together with event organizers, has curated a rich program blending music, comedy, culture, and community spirit—running f

KIGALI, Rwanda — Rwanda National Police (RNP) have taken celebrity disc jockey Arnaud Shema, widely known as DJ Toxxyk , into custody following a fatal hit-and-run accident that claimed the life of a police officer in the line of duty. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, December 2

The 8th edition of Egypt’s El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) wrapped up in Hurghada on Friday, reaffirming its global humanitarian mission through the emotionally charged “Window on Palestine” program. Running since October 16, this year’s GFF showcased around 70 films from across the globe—spanning feat

After a 13-year hiatus, global pop superstar Enrique Iglesias is set to perform in Mumbai, India , on October 29 and 30, 2025 , at the MMRDA Grounds, BKC , according to The Times of India . The concerts, organized by EVA Live and BEW Live in partnership with Mastercard , mark Iglesias’s much-anticip

KIGALI, RWANDA — Burundian music sensation Kirikou Akili, known for his breakout hit “Aha Nihe?”, is turning up the heat in East Africa’s music scene with a bold announcement: he’s about to drop new tracks featuring top Rwandan artists Bushali, Yampano, and Davis D. The collaborations, he says, will

The U.K. government lodged a formal protest with the BBC after a live broadcast of Saturday’s Glastonbury Festival captured incendiary chants calling for “death to the IDF,” the acronym for Israel’s Defense Forces. The remarks, led by rap-punk duo Bob Vylan on the festival’s West Holts stage, prompt

The 2025 BET Awards turned into an unforgettable night of nostalgia, show-stopping performances, and emotional tributes as Jamie Foxx, Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, and Kirk Franklin were honored with the Ultimate Icon Award . Mariah Carey’s Glamorous Reign [caption id="attachment_3662" align="aligncent

Las Vegas, NV – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has confirmed that TikTok sensation Khabane "Khaby" Lame was temporarily detained in Las Vegas last week for overstaying his visa, dispelling viral rumors of a more severe arrest. The speculation began when Bo Loudon , a social media per

Doctor Who’s Future in Jeopardy Amid Viewer Backlash and Disney+ Uncertainty LONDON – The fate of Doctor Who , one of Britain’s most cherished television series, hangs in the balance as viewing figures continue to decline and industry insiders speculate on whether the long-running show will be reste

Denzel Washington knows how to command a room—and a red carpet. But at the Cannes Film Festival , the Oscar-winning actor, 70 , had a moment that caught everyone off guard when he clashed with a photographer in a tense exchange at the premiere of his latest film, Highest 2 Lowest . Washington, known

Few figures in modern music have left a mark as indelible as Sean "Diddy" Combs. Known by many names—Puffy, Puff Daddy, P Diddy, Love, and Brother Love—Diddy burst onto the hip-hop scene in the 1990s and quickly became a force to be reckoned with. His early achievements include not only his own char

Ed Sheeran has released a vibrant new pop single, Azizam (meaning "my dear" in Farsi), blending his signature sound with Persian musical elements. The track, produced by Iranian-Swedish songwriter Illya Salmanzadeh, features traditional instruments like the santur (a Persian hammered dulcimer) and t

LOS ANGELES — Marvel Studios stunned fans this week with the star-studded cast announcement for Avengers: Doomsday , proving the superhero genre still commands enormous interest despite recent box office struggles. The unconventional reveal — a five-hour livestream showing chairs with actors' names

Netflix's provocative drama Baby Reindeer is leading the pack at the upcoming BAFTA TV awards, garnering an impressive eight nominations, including Best Actor for its creator Richard Gadd. The Scottish comedian shines in the lead role, while Jessica Gunning and Nava Mau are recognized for their supp

  Paris, France – March 27, 2025 – Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo has urged city police to halt the upcoming concert of French-Congolese musician Maitre Gims, scheduled for April 7 at the Accor Arena , citing concerns over its "ill-chosen" timing and potential public order risks. In a statement relea

Comedy enthusiasts in Kigali are in for an electrifying evening as the Gen Z Comedy Show marks its three-year anniversary with a spectacular lineup featuring top comedians from Rwanda and Uganda. The celebration takes place today, Thursday, at the Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village (formerly C