On Friday, May 3 at the Prayer House in Kicukiro, that is when the Christocentric duo featuring Aime Uwimana delivered an amazing concert under the theme "Christocentric Worship Night".
It has been a thing that most Gospel concerts take place at the Prayer House, and loads of youth show up at the venue which proves how willing the generation is in praising and worshiping the Almighty God since the concerts were resumed after being prohibited due to Covid-19 pandemic
The event was organized by Christocentric Worship, headlined by Pastor Gaby and his sister, Claire Ikirezi, and the mates. The renowned gospel artist, Aime Uwimana was an invited guest. The revealers enjoyed the concert and had the anointed evening by all means through worship.
While Aime Uwimana sang two of his songs and one collaboration he has with this duo dubbed 'Umpe Akanya Yesu'; on the other hand, amongst other common songs of praising and worshipping, Christocentric Worship sang four songs on their debut album 'Naratsinze' as they also shot the songs' videos throughout.
This kind of concert was last held in 2018 and so they declared that so many projects are on the way, including releasing songs, albums, and more Christocentric Worship Nights.
" The event went well, we are so grateful to God who stood with us through it all as we aim at spreading God's love," said Pastor Gabriel Ngamije, also known as Pastor Gaby. "Special thanks to everyone who came to support us. We can't thank them enough at all," he added.
by K.G
Gentil and Adrien Misigaro who made their names withinside the gospel tune are organizing to renew a live performance that turned into formerly hindered by the Covid-19 pandemic.
The `Buri Munsi`and `Hano Ku Isi` hit makers, Gentil Misigaro and Adrien Misigaro are without doubt cousins and great buddies as nicely and while one organizes a live performance, the opposite aids it because it virtually is their very personal occasion.
The quickly renewed live performance turned into without a doubt closed through an announcement that the City of Kigali shared some hours earlier than the occasion with the motive being, Covid-19 prevention measures. When requested approximately while they're set to renew the live performance, they shared that it's far on July 3, 2022, at Canal Olympia, Rebero and so the duo is so glad with this selection for the reason that cancellation of the preceding occasion were given them to lose more than Rwf 14 Million.
"We are so glad to renew our live performance in Kigali after some years. The Package we have now has some additional and new songs compared to the 20220. David Salonen, a very pro-American in the live performance sound will be there as well as Dr. Scott Dudley, the BelPres leader in Seattle WA," said Gentil.
The "Each One Reach One Concert will be highlighted by some surprises and gifts to all the revealers who will purchase tickets for the concert. The two have not been doing songs recently since one resides in Canada and the other in the USA and the borders on both ends were mostly closed as they told the local media house, InyaRwanda.com.
by K.G
In a very quick and short notice shared on the social media platforms, Gentil Misigaro Management team shared that his concert got postponed.
The themed ‘Amashimwe Concert’ which was scheduled on May 15, 2022 in Ottawa was postponed and later got shifted to June 12 as they declared that this very hard decision to go with was caused by the reasons they can’t handle at all.
The announcement said, “Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, we regret to inform you that our AMASHIMWE Concert in Ottawa on May 15th, 2022 has been postponed to the 12th of June 2022. We made this difficult decision to postpone because of circumstances beyond our control.”
The venue was a root cause of this all as they shared, “We encountered a problem with the previous Venue and we had to change the location and Date. Concert will take place at..1026 Baseline Road, Ottawa, ON K2C 0A6. (Crosspointe Dominion Centre Ottawa).”
However, the facts remain positive in the hands of those who have already bought their tickets ahead since they will still be allowed to use the vouchers as it was made clear in that announcement, “For those who have already bought the tickets ahead we appreciate you greatly. Your tickets will still be admissible at the new Venue on the 12th of June.”
With the warm gratitude over the patience and apologetic gestures to the slight changes, the team expressed that they are willing to help and understand the clients concerns. May one encounter any concern in regards to this at all? Reach out to them via email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
by K.J
For the very first time in Nairobi-Kenya, there was an historical Rwandan Gospel artists concert and this left a very big lesson to the mind behind it, Prosper Nkomezi.
As per our last story, the concert was supposed to take place on May 15, 2022, and it did. The revealers showcased it, they were amazed by it. Surely, their most likely songs are; ‘Amamara’, ‘Hallelujah’, ‘Nzakingura’ and ‘Hahiriwe’ as they expressed their appreciation towards them. It was his very first time in Kenya, but now he made his entrance such a memorable one.
Nkomezi shared that he learnt a lot from the concert, “I need to increase some moments to praise and worship the Almighty God since he does it all alone. Special thanks to the company that helped to organize the event. After this, I am going worldwide, since it is one of my goals this year.”
The next destinations in Africa and other continents will be soon communicated. Prosper Nkomezi declared that God’s goodness and grace were filled in the church where the concert was being held. He said, “God’s presence was in the place. Their warm and amazing welcome with happiness was spectacular. They came in as many as possible and were so surprised as well as amazed by the concert results.”
The concert dubbed ‘Prosper Nkomezi Live Concert in Kenya’ was organized in partnership with Sensitive Limited, a company that has its name on some people’s hearts when it comes to planning such big concerts. Some big-name owners like Adonis Muco from Gisubizo Ministries Kenya and Liliane Kabaganza were there too.
The vibes remained positive as the audience could sing along with the artists. The preparedness and talent of Nkomezi made it quite amazing.
by K.J
In celebrating this year’s Easter; some big name worshipers from Burundi and the region came together in a song called 'Yarazutse’. To Christians all over the world, Easter is a great day to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ who provided free salvation by dying on the cross and being resurrected after 3 days.
An Australian-based, David Nduwimana wrote the song while Fabrice Nzeyimana soundtracked with Landry Guez to produce the video. The 7 Gospel artists from Burundi and the East African Region namely: Fabrice & Maya Nzeyimana, Willy Uwizeye, Dudu.T Niyukuri, Fortran Bigirimana, David Nduwimana, and Apollinaire Habonimana.
Though they all live on different continents, they have found it best to join forces and wish all Christians on Earth a Happy Easter. What they have in common is that they are indisputably popular in Burundi and the Region and all of them have spent many years in Gospel music. This song introduces them to various activities they want to do in support of worship and worship music in Burundi and the Region.
David Nduwimana who wrote the song ‘Yarazutse’ which means ‘He resurrected’ revealed the message he wanted to convey, “To those who are listening to him will return to the place and remember the work of the cross as a ‘game changer’, remembering the script in John 3:16 is not just words, it is not just information, it is life. This is the best opportunity to receive Jesus Christ as the Savior. Let’s be in the family of God's children.”
He reminded Christians that Easter is not only celebrated on one day but also on a daily basis. He asserted that his confession had been obtained through torture. He continued, “Jesus has made new history for us, Jesus has given us life, Jesus is the true path to the Father!”
To all Gospel artists, Nduwimana suggests that they serve in collaboration without competing with one another since that will do great work on the Godly ministry. The very same statements were getting huge repeats from other artists in this banger.
Fabrice Nzeyimana who featured in this song and did the audio production told InyaRwanda that the artists in this some are in France, Australia, Kenya, America, Burundi, and Rwanda. However this was not an easy way to go, but the challenges didn’t stop them to put their talents together with an aim to support the regional gospel industry and this is one of the very many other projects to come. They all expressed their gratitude to each and everyone who supported their cause.
To wrap up Nzeyimana said, “Our message is that what Christ did is the foundation of all our beliefs. Although there are many religions, there is only one grave that we know, that of Jesus. He is alive and well, and everyone who believes in him is resurrected! We ask those who do not believe in him to receive him because he is the only way to our Father, God.”
Prosper Nkomezi is announcing the artists who will be performing with him at an upcoming concert in Kenya. So far he has announced Liliane Kabaganza and Gisubizo Ministries-Kenya.
The expected concert on May 15, 2022 goes by the theme ‘Prosper Nkomezi Live Concert in Nairobi’ and it will be held at the Calvary Covenant Center which once hosted the Rwanda Team of Healing Worship.
Nkomezi is set to perform in Kenya on the above mentioned date after leaving Burundi where he had three consecutive concerts as he performed on 6, 7 & 14 January 2022 at Jesus Grace Church, Life Center Church and Shemeza Worship Temple which is under the direction of Apostle Apollinaire.
The ‘Hallelujah’ hitmaker featuring James & Daniella has managed to announce some of the Gospel artists who will be performing in his live concert. A Kenya based artist, Liliane Kabaganza who has a high profile and respected name in the gospel industry in the region is one of the expected performers as well as the Nairobi Gisubizo Ministries.
Let’s be reminded that Liliane Kabaganga has been popular ever since she sang in Rehoboth Ministries. The expected artist in Kenya, Prosper Nkomezi is a prominent figure in Gospel music in Rwanda, and is a well-known young man in concerts. His talent was first highlighted in Aime Uwimana’s performance on October 14, 2018. Since then, he has been gaining traction in Gospel music.
Nkomezi is so popular in different songs that appeal to the hearts of many including: "He Can Do It", "I Will Never Give Up", "You Are Protected" and more. Click here and watch as you listen to his new song "Hallelujah" in which he collaborated with James and Daniella.
This very new band of young guys aims at helping people in relation to the gospel ministry and worship as their way to support the industry. Drups Band is a group of musicians; both singers and some who play musical instruments. Healing the broken hearts is one of their goals via using other artists’ songs.
The band also plans to be featured in some songs as well as backing some other artists and choirs, perform in various concerts, and more so that they can keep on learning from their superiors. Therefore, they will do their own songs.
As the founder, Patrick Mugisha revealed in an interview with a local media house, supporting talented musicians is one of their focuses. Especially the ones who are still students or just finished high school and have no funds to pay for the music courses.
Mugisha said, “We want to change some histories and put the Rwandan gospel music to a higher level in both singing and playing the musical instruments as the band's uniqueness.”
All this started based on the online drum playing course they used to provide and so after learning how people liked it, and later they recruited other members and went on with doing ‘song covers’ They have done eight songs in total, including the international artists’ and locals’ like ‘Nkoresha’ by James & Daniella, ‘Papa’ by Vestine & Dorcas.
The band is made of Patrick Mugisha, Alice Nikokeza, Esther Tuyizere, Bertrand Rukundo, Sam Gentil Izere, Peruth Musoni Mbarushimana, Phallonne Shalom, Liliane Tuyishimire, Eddy Hakizimana, and Emelyne Penzi.
A Canada-based Rwandan Gospel artist, Christina Senga B said that everyone who will listen to her new song ‘Turi Umwe’ has to believe that heaven is open for her/him.
Senga B revealed this in an interview with Inyarwanda as she said, “I was thinking about problems that people go through in this world and end up desperate, while questioning God's existence and whether He knows them. In the middle of my thoughts, I heard the words ‘I know you and I know your name. I knew you before you were born. Your existence was never an accident.”
She wrote the song ‘Turi Umwe’ in 2019. The ‘ ‘Ndabizi’ featuring Adrien Misigaro, ‘Biremera’ and ‘Ndakomeje’ hits maker added that this new song will be a heaven opener to everyone who will listen to it and believe that it is possible.
When asked about the message she wanted to share via this song she replied that she wanted to tell people not to focus on their problems, instead to look up to God since he is Almighty.
To the Gospel Music lovers, this female artist is sharing some with you as she confirmed; “I am still doing the work of God and his kingdom. I will keep on delivering some songs as God will allow me to. Thanks to the industry fans for their love, may God bless them abundantly. Keep the supporting energy.”
by Kajette
The gospel talent hunt that has been ongoing for a month came to an end where the winner received their awards on April 16, in an Easter Gala Dinner in Kigali. Based on our previous article, the competition has been ongoing and the votes were taking place on RWANDAGOSPEL.COM as well on RISE AND SHINE WORLD YouTube Channel.
With Anneth Murava, Macrine Kangabe, Joshua Shimwa and Peace Hoziane who were the judges, the contestants were in two different categories: one of upcoming gospel artists and the other one of fresh new gospel artists. They all had two sessions with the judges.
Prior to the Easther Gala Dinner, they had their final performance and later all contestants were given certificates. Not only them, but also the sponsors of the events and so RWANDAGOSPEL.COM received a certificate, journalists were certified as well as the event organizers and judges too.
All Contestantsperfoming "Ugendane Nanjye"
RSW Talent Hunt - Judges
Chance Christopher Twizeyimana, the 1st winner in the upcoming artists category
Mami Espe, the 2nd in the upcoming artists category
Claudine Giramahoro, the 3rd in the upcoming artists category
Therefore, the winners were announced with their prizes that came in cash immediately. Starting from the upcoming gospel artist category, the winner Chance Christopher Twizeyimana got Rwf 300,000 cash, the 2nd one, Esperance Nyiranzabonimpa aka Mami Espe got Rwf 200,000 cash, and the 3rd one Claudine Giramahoro got Rwf 50,000 cash.
In the fresh new gospel artist, the winner Sandrine Umuhoza received 300,000 cash, the 2nd one is a group of Desire Niyonkuru and Vumilia Niyihoza who got Rwf 100,000 cash and the 3rd is Emmanuel Niringiyimana who hot Rwf 50,000 cash.
In total, the winners were six and they received Rwf 1,000,000 cash. The first winners in each category will get song productions, one will get both audio and video production and the other will get audio and video lyrics production, all the costs on RSW.
Sandrine Umuhoza, the 1st winner in new artists category
Vumilia Niyihoza & Desire Niyonkuru the 2nd in new artists category
Emmanuel Niringiyimana, the 3rd in new artists category
RWANDA GOSPEL received a Certificate
All the winners expressed their gratitude to Bishop Alain Justin who initiated this cause and to the entire Rise and Shine World Ministry for the willingness to support talented gospel artists.
Photo credit : Julien Sangwa
by K.J
The USA, Dallas-based ministry Azaph International DFW (Azaph Dallas Fort-Worth) of Zion Temple has released a new song as they are getting ready for the gospel tour concerts in the USA.
The new song , ‘Yampishe mu Ihema’ came out with the new melody queen in the Azaph team, Diane Nyirashimwe aka Deborah as dubbed by Apostle Dr Paul Gitwaza .
While George Jonson produced both the audio and video of the song, and JC Birori led the song, it was Pastor Felix who took the initiative in August 2021 to this +10-minutes song and it will be on the Azaph International DFW second album.
In an interview with InyaRwanda.com, one of the ministry leaders, Esther Mugunga revealed that the song contains some commiseration messages and suggesting people not to be afraid since God got their backs; “The message in the song is all about telling people that God keeps us in his tent and so for he got our backs, we shall never be afraid. That is why we named it so,” said Mugunga.
After ‘Umwami w’Ubwiza’ Azaph shared ‘Yampishe mu Ihema’. The later was recorded live and they emphasise on the good works of Jesus who renewed them, kings and worshipers. As a pick from the song says, “That day of hardship, he hid me in his tent, I relaxed in the hiding and found myself in the rock. Jesus performed wonders that we can’t tell, he is the one to believe. He renewed us, Kings and Worshipers, in him we are safe. Let’s praise him.”
Azaph International DFW is planning to have some gospel concerts tours, “Azaph DFW Tour” in different states of the USA with the theme, “King of Glory'' starting from May 15, 2022 in Lowa state, Des Moines city.
The concert will start at 4pm in Lowa state. Entrance fees are; 25$ for the ones who will buy tickets online and 30$ at the gates and 50$ for the VIP spots. As it appears on the flyers, Dr Paul Gitwaza will preach the word of God. The performers will be Azaph DFW, Gisubizo Lowa and Diane.
by K.J
American-based Rwandan gospel artist Dr Albert Ndikumana released his new song ‘Urahambaye’ as a sign of his major comeback after seven years of silence.
It is a collaboration with Precious Nina, a local gospel singer on such a song ‘Urahambaye’ Ndikumana said, “It's been about 6 to 7 years since I was devoting myself to studying and not recording songs. It's not easy to balance studying and music here, so I had to take a break from music to continue my studies.”
He had to first settle in the USA and therefore took on studies. However, after 7 years, he revealed that now he is back and so invested in music after spending a lot of time in medical school.
The song was produced at the Texas music studio Wavelab Studios, owned by a Rwandan producer, Fabrice Nzeyimana, and directed by renowned video director Cedru the one who directed songs of famous artists like Stand Ben, Medi and Priscilla.
According to Dr. Albert the inspiration of this song came from the Word of God. The verses read; Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don’t you care if we drown?” He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm.
Albert explained, “From these verses, I got to understand the power of God. He can speak to the wind, the sun, everything and they listen. That’s why I composed the song.”
Dr Albert who has been juggling music with studies since he launched his career in 2009, is in the final year of his studies at Texas University where he is pursuing a Master’s in medicine, is also a doctor by profession.
This father of two had been involved in various music projects before taking some break from music. He built some projects with Fortran Bigirimana and Dudu T. Niyukuri from Burundi; not forgetting Gabby Kamanzi, one of the very big names in the Rwandan Gospel industry.
When asked his way forward he declared that since he is putting some finishing touches on his studies, he is back for good in music and soon he will share like three other big projects.
by K.j
An Australian-based international Gospel Ministry, Rise and Shine World initiated a Gospel Talent Hunt Competition dubbed ‘Ugendane Nanjye’ and so far the voting procedures are on the way.
It has been going on for about two weeks and for voting, one can do so on ‘Rwanda Gospel’ by clicking VOTE under the contestant's name. Another option is via the RSW YouTube Channel where one goes under the contestant video, clicks like bouton, and comments with the best message from ‘Ugendane Nanjye’ song by Bishop Justin Alain.
The judges in this competition are yet to be announced as they are expected to meet the contestants this coming week. The hunt will close on April 15, 2022, a night prior to the Gala Night which is scheduled on April 16. More to this will be shared in our next insights.
Let’s be reminded that ‘Ugendane Nanjye’ is Bishop Alain Justin’s new song and it is all about the prayer he made immediately after the death of his wife in February 2016. He was asking God to ‘Walk with him’ in the very new and hard journey of responsibilities of raising the four children all alone and one of them was a toddler. For more, read our previous piece, here.
The France-based Rwanda gospel artist, Hope Bella in her new song ‘Urukundo rw’umukiza’ reminded all the people in the world about the love of Jesus Christ who accepted to save them with his blood.
Hoe revealed that her inspiration came from the song she loved from the book and so she decided to dub it in a new music genre. “The song contains the good message of the love Jesus the savior loved us. I wanted to remind everyone that Jesus who had no sin loved us more than any other thing and died so that we can be saved while we didn’t deserve it at all,” said Bella.
She added, “For sure there is nothing that can go beyond that extraordinary love. It is only him that we all should trust and confide in always to guide us in our life journey.”
When asked about some other projects that she has after this, Hope replied that it is a lot and all is in line with keeping to serve the Almighty God.
Watch and listen to her song ‘Urukundo rw’Umukiza’
A renowned gospel artist, Israel Mbonyi revealed that he is planning to have a big concert of launching two albums that he worked on during the Covid-19 pandemic. He shared the news on his Twitter account with a statement that said, “Good news my people, If all goes well, We have a big Concert This year and Am launching my 2 albums made during Covid_19 (Mbwira & Icyambu ). We are praying and working on that.. more info ahead.”
This announcement is made after some other big concerts he held like the one of 2016 in which he launched his debut album dubbed ‘Number One’ and the ‘Intashyo’ in 2017.
Let’s be reminded that the 'Icyambu' hitmaker is also expected to perform at two big concerts in Israel from April 18, 2022 at the Roman Amphitheater of Kfar Shuni located in Binyamina-Giv'at Ada, Israel, and the second one will take place on April 20, at Ariel Sharon Park, Tel Aviv. Our very own Mbonyi will be alongside renowned Israeli singer and songwriter Avraham Tal.
As the first beneficiary of this initiative, Mbonyi declared that traveling to Israel was his first dream and being able to play music live in the same country is an additional blessing to his career. In addition to that, he said, “The tour will not only benefit me but the whole Rwandan music industry which is going to be represented in other countries and get exposure which can open gates for more local artists.”
by K.J
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