What to do and see in Kigali Province, Kigali Province: The Best Free Things to do

A permanent National genocide memorial in remembrance of more than one million victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The memorial is a place of remembrance and learning where more than 250,000 victims of the Genocide have been laid to rest. Many people who lost loved ones in the Genocide visit to remember and grieve. There is no entrance fee and donations are gratefully accepted.

Tongo is a small contemporary art gallery offering unique professional paintings and stylish jewelry and accessories with an African flair. Showcasing the works of painter Joe Mukuna and designer Sarah Manion - Tongo is unlike anything else offered in Kigali's art scene. In addition to fine art, Tongo offers art classes for adults, commissioned art, murals and more. Come visit our quaint space located on the main road across from Intersec Security headquarters. We welcome you to our space and can't wait for your visit! Please contact us directly for any questions.

THE FASHION STORE OF RWANDA. By RWANDA CLOTHING. RWANDA CLOTHING is a Rwandan-international fashion brand from Kigali producing fashion in Rwanda designed by Joselyne Umutoniwase

Niyo Arts center, is a collection of Rwandan creative artists and also hosts different artists from the region. we provide a space for 13 artists in residence to explore their creative talents. contemporary African art works, Music and Dance going with Drumming. Niyo Art Gallery is also dedicated to supporting street children and single mothers living in poverty in Rwanda. Our aim is to change lives through utilizing our artistic gifts - allowing us to provide basic necessities, such as education, health care, shelter, food etc. Our founder NIYONSENGA Pacifique has delved into a humanitarian visionary, bottomless barrel of music and art through multiple mediums in his decades-spanning practice. He expresses the very essence of every particular theme in a simple yet sensual and fascinating technique. According to Niyosenga, art and music help youth serve as evidence that something as easy as a beat of the drum contributes to the fight against global poverty.

Haute Baso is an ethical fashion brand for the modern individual looking for thoughtful, simple and functional designs. We are centered around the belief that “two heads are better than one” using fashion as vehicle for positive change towards the empowerment of women and youth who are integral to our value chain while contributing to preservation of culture in Rwanda. We draw inspiration from our vibrant culture to collaborate and merge traditional methods with new techniques to create pieces that are timeless. This philosophy exemplifies the modern African fashion industry’s outlook on combining sustainability, technology, modern design and African craftsmanship to produce beautifully made, ready to wear fashion & accessories.

Mama Rwanda is irembo's project dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable single mothers in Kigali by providing them with sewing skills with which they are able to make different products with a unique African touch for sale and it becomes their income generating activity. here we make fashionable products out of African fabric and also decoration products of African handcrafts. Irembo also has Education for all project through which vulnerable and street kids whose families could not afford the school fees are identified and sent back to school. irembo foundation therefore opened Mama Rwanda Hostel as a source of income to make all the above mentioned projects possible . we have 10 well equipped rooms, a nice chilling space and in a great location , in the middle of everywhere in kigali which makes it the best starting point to be able to explore kigali. come and stay with us , and Help us make a better change in Rwandan society. - MAKE A MOVE, SHAKE THE WORLD. -

Recycled jewelry from padlocks, Cowbone, Cowhorn and assorted handicrafts from Rwanda and East Africa in general. Masks, baskets and souvenirs

The best of the best from more than 35 Rwandan and East African designers all conveniently located in one shop! There are many beautiful items made in Rwanda that weren’t previously available for sale in Kigali - some exported directly to Europe and the U.S., others are made in villages far from Kigali. We have jewelry, leather bags, photography, art, accessories, guide and animal books & more.

Abien art is a short name of Akimana Fabien artist and this make a word in french " bien" means good or fine "abien arts" mean fine art or good art. Abien arts is coolest space to be weather you want, to stay or if you want to exchange Culture and share experience in Rwanda. It's place for Relaxing and culture activities. We're a first Arts center culture in Rwanda. We aimed to build our society

Established by Jacques Nkinzingabo , The center aims to explore and promote Rwandan and foreign photography, support emerging Rwandan artists and explore beyond the medium. The Kigali Center of photography is entirely to offer free services to local photographers. These include arranging workshops and exhibitions, on top of offering residencies to visiting international photographers and scholars