Author: Elvis Kwizera
In Rwanda, women are assuming increasingly prominent roles across all sectors, emerging as driving forces behind progress in sports, climate action, inclusivity, business, and beyond. To recognize their contributions and potential, SENS Magazine has selected and spotlighted six Rwandan women to watch in 2024. These individuals embody resilience, innovation, and leadership, poised to shape the country’s trajectory and inspire positive change on both national and global scales. Clare Akamanzi, CEO of NBA Africa Clare Akamanzi, a seasoned business executive and international trade expert, assumed her role as the CEO of NBA Africa on January 23. With a background in driving…
In our midst, there exists a cohort of Rwandan adult entertainers who operate within a discreet and tightly-knit community, making it challenging to gather information about their work. When I inquired about the apparent scarcity of adult models in Rwanda, a friend remarked, “You’d be surprised. Many are earning substantial income through platforms like OnlyFans, but they prefer to remain anonymous.” Article 143 of the Rwanda Penal Code specifically criminalizes public indecency, which, according to the Rwanda National Police (RNP), includes nudity and public indecency. The penalty for this crime is imprisonment for not less than 6 months and not more than 2…
I am calmly seated, reading a text on my phone, minding my business. She approaches me with her fingers laced behind her back and a shy face. She asks: “Can I see your phone?” “Sure. Is there something specific you want to see?” I ask, stunned at how bold she is to casually approach a stranger. “Just give me the phone, and I will search myself,” she says, as she grabs the phone from my hands. She slides through the screen, up and down as if searching for a very important email from weeks back. She taps “YouTube”, taps the…
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The recently concluded inaugural Kigali Triennial festival concluded over the weekend, left a lasting impact on the Rwandan arts and culture scene. This event, which ran from February 15 to 25, showcased the talents of over 200 artists from 25 different countries, uniting them in “a celebration of African arts and culture.” The festival offered attendees a diverse array of experiences in music, design, dance, theater, gastronomy, and technology over the course of 10 days. In addition to enjoying this cultural diversity, creatives had the opportunity to network and participate in workshops, fostering collaboration and learning among participants. To determine…
Rwandan fashion designer, model, and actress Aline Amike realized every designer’s dream when Hollywood star Lupita Nyong’o adorned a handcrafted bag from Amike Studio, Aline’s Rwandan brand, during the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) held from February 15 to 25. The Berlinale, stands among the “big five” film festivals worldwide. Drawing tens of thousands of visitors annually, the festival serves as a platform for cinematic excellence. ALSO READ: Aline Amike’s Quest to Rewrite Outdated Beliefs for Women’s Clothing Aline Amike attended the festival as a member of the Berlinale Talents community, a group of filmmakers recognized for their creative prowess and…
The entertainment industry is witnessing a major shift as artificial intelligence (AI) advances rapidly in content creation. Tyler Perry, the renowned US film and TV mogul, on Friday, February 23 made headlines when he halted an $800 million (Approximately Rwf1.02 billion) expansion of his Atlanta studio complex in response to the capabilities demonstrated by OpenAI’s video generator, Sora. Perry’s decision underscores a growing concern within the industry that AI advancements could lead to the displacement of traditional roles and reshape the content creation process as we know it. ALSO READ: There’s more to ChatGPT than just academic dishonesty Recent years…
Former US President Donald Trump is making headlines again, this time for launching his own sneaker brand just a day after being ordered to pay $354.9 million in penalties for fraudulently overstating his net worth. The move comes amid ongoing legal battles, including facing criminal trials over alleged hush money payments to a porn star. Legal challenges Trump is set to become the first former US president to stand trial for criminal charges, with four state and federal trials, including one scheduled to begin in New York on March 25. The charges stem from accusations of manipulating lenders by inflating…