Her legacy
A timeless legacy
Some voices are heard once. Hers has stayed: in homes, at gatherings, and in the artists who learned what a song can carry.
Read her biography01What she leaves
Four ways her music lives on
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Culture
Songs that carry the language, rhythm and dignity of Rwandan tradition to every new audience.
- 02
Nation
A voice that has accompanied Rwandans through moments of reflection, hope and celebration.
- 03
The next generation
An example to young artists that music can be both deeply rooted and widely loved.
- 04
The creative industry
A career that shows what Rwandan music can build: livelihoods, stages and a lasting audience.
02In their words
Tributes from those she inspired
Artists and friends are sharing what her music has meant to them. Their words will appear here as they arrive.
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Fellow artist
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Musician and composer
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Cultural leader
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Young artist
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Producer
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Friend of the family
03Gala Dinner 2026
An evening to carry the legacy forward
On Saturday 28 November 2026 at Glimpse Hotel, Kigali, family, friends, artists and admirers gather to honour her life in music and the culture it helped to shape.
04Share your memory
Where were you when you first heard her sing?
We are gathering memories from people across Rwanda and beyond. A way to share yours online is coming soon; until then, our team would love to hear from you.
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