The evening opened with electrifying sets from Zuba Mutesi and DJ Shooter, who fired up the crowd with hits like 'Plenty Love' by The Ben and 'Extra Pressure' by Bien-Aimé and Bensoul. Performances by Shemi, Angell Mutoni, Bruce The 1st, Kenny K-Shot, Bulldogg, Ruti Joël, and Kesho Band kept the energy high as fans sang along to their favorite tracks.
Kevin Kade took the stage around 4:10 AM, performing fan favorites such as 'Mazi ya Nyanja', 'Pyramid (TaTa)' with Drama T and Kivumbi King, and 'Jugumila'. Shaffy made his Rwanda debut, performing hits like 'Bana' and 'Serela'.
The night reached its peak when Tanzanian heartthrob Ali Kiba hit the stage. The award-winning singer wowed fans with his signature hits, including 'Mwana' and 'Aje', and shared the stage with Kade for their collaborative track 'Bebe'. Ali Kiba's performance brought an electric atmosphere, showcasing why he is one of East Africa's most celebrated artists.
Rwandan singer Mutima also joined the stage, performing and encouraging fans to support homegrown talent. Bwiza and Bushali kept the momentum with crowd-pleasers like 'Ready', 'Ni Danger', and 'Bonane', while Symphony Band led the audience in welcoming the New Year with 'Bonane Remix'. The concert concluded with high-energy performances from Riderman, Diez Dola, and Ariel Wayz.
Beyond entertainment, attendees had the opportunity to hear President Paul Kagame's end-of-year message, in which he reflected on Rwanda's achievements and wished citizens a prosperous 2026.
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