#Kwibohora31: Spectacular 'Urw'intwari' concert lights up Kigali with dazzling drone show (Photos & Video) #rwanda #RwOT
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July 04, 2025
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Held on the night of Thursday, July 3, 2025, the concert set the tone for Rwanda's 31st Liberation Day, dubbed 'Kwibohora31', immersing the crowd in a blend of cultural pride, music, and modern technology.
The venue was packed to capacity, with every seat taken by fans of traditional Rwandan music and dance. Maji Maji, backed by a live band, opened the night with an energetic set, followed by the powerful rhythms and choreographed brilliance of Ishyaka ry'Intore.
The Inyamibwa troupe then took the spotlight before a collective of performers closed the show with moving renditions of wartime songs that once inspired Rwanda's liberation fighters.
Midway through the show, the audience was caught off guard, in the best way possible. As Inyamibwa performed, the skies above Kigali lit upâ€"not with fireworks, but with a fleet of drones spelling out words and symbols in perfect harmony.
The aerial spectacle featured glowing messages honouring President Paul Kagame, who led the liberation struggle, as well as sky-written images of the Rwandan flag and the country's mapâ€"a powerful fusion of tradition and tech that brought the house to its feet.
This marked the first-ever edition of the 'Urw'intwari' concert, and organisers from Ma Africa told IGIHE the event is set to become an annual highlight on Rwanda's entertainment calendar.
Maji Maji was the first to entertain music lovers who had gathered for the concert.
The concert was attended not only by young people but also by members of the older generation who joined in freely.
The atmosphere at the 'Urw'intwari' concert was bursting with happiness and celebration.
The Ishyaka ry'Intore troupe thrilled attendees with their performance.
The Ishyaka ry'Intore troupe poured their energy into delivering a captivating performance that thoroughly entertained their fans.
Gatore Yannick's son, a dancer with the 'Ishyaka ry'Intore' troupe, discovered his passion for dance early in childhood.
The Inyamibwa troupe also performed for traditional music fans gathered at the Kigali Convention Centre.
Celebrated gospel singer Israel Mbonyi was among the attendees at the concert.
The dancers of the Inyamibwa troupe are some of the most celebrated and beloved performers.
Drones painted the map of Rwanda in the sky.
Among those honoured for their role in the struggle to liberate the country is President Kagame.
Israel Mbonyi was thrilled to see the drone show in the sky.
Attendees filmed the dazzling drone show as it lit up the night sky over Kigali.
Those who attended the concert occasionally joined in with some dancing.
Miss Kayumba Darina and her partner were spotted enjoying the concert together.
