Rwanda’s entertainment industry is set for a breakthrough as new cultural venues tailored for artists begin construction in Busanza and Kicukiro.

For decades, performers have faced challenges: sports arenas like BK Arena are too costly to adapt for concerts, Camp Kigali struggles with noise restrictions, and Kigali Convention Center focuses on conferences. These limitations have pushed concert costs to unsustainable levels, preventing many artists from hosting shows.

The new projects, supported by KOICA and Imbuto Foundation, will feature state-of-the-art halls with professional equipment, giving artists spaces to perform without prohibitive expenses. Moreover, the government plans to establish youth and arts centers in all 30 districts, providing rehearsal studios, entertainment rooms, and creative facilities.

According to Kigali Mayor Samuel Dusengiyumva, the city will prioritize building accessible infrastructure for artists in the next five years, alongside strategies to lower concert production costs.

Within three years, the music industry will have affordable, purpose-built venues, giving artists more chances to perform and fans more opportunities to enjoy quality shows. This milestone is expected to accelerate the growth of Rwanda’s creative economy.