KNC shared pivotal moments from his career during the “Meet Me Tonight” talk show on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Kigali Conference and Exhibition Village (Camp Kigali). The session was paired with the Gen-Z Comedy show, held twice a month, attracting young talents and audiences.
The show aims to entertain and inspire youth by hosting individuals who share their journeys to success, offering practical tips and advice along the way.
KNC reflected on organizing his first major event at Lycée de Kigali, showcasing renowned dancers of the time, including Muyombo Thomas—later known as Tom Close.
He remarked: “The event featured incredible dancers like Tom Close, whose skills were unmatched. Seeing him today as a prominent personality, I’m proud he once danced in my event.”
Adding humor and pride, he continued: “Back then, the country hadn’t assigned him huge responsibilities. I even paid him his first salary of 700 Rwandan Francs—500 FRW in a note and 200 FRW in coins.”
Though he earned substantial money from the event, KNC avoided revealing the exact amount. He stated, “I ensured my colleagues were paid, and that marked the start of my journey in organized work.”
This experience sparked his interest in acquiring musical equipment, which he initially rented for weddings and events. He noted the challenges of using substandard equipment initially but persevered until acquiring quality tools that significantly improved his next projects.
KNC credits himself as the pioneer for introducing Showbiz culture to Rwandan media through his radio show “Kunda Umuziki Nyarwanda” on Flash FM.
He shared: “I was the first to play Rwandan music on the radio when there wasn’t even proper infrastructure for such endeavors. It wasn’t easy, but it paved the way for others.”
Regarding ongoing challenges in the industry, KNC highlighted tensions between artists and journalists, acknowledging that personal opinions about songs can sometimes pose obstacles for artists.
Delving into his artistic journey, KNC declared himself Rwanda’s first artist due to milestones he achieved ahead of others: “I performed live, never using Playback. I sang alongside international artist Shaggy in 2003 and 2004 and was the first to launch CDs in Rwanda.”
KNC’s story exemplifies resilience and determination. He underscored the importance of values, focus, and hard work as fundamental to success, urging the youth to stop waiting for miracles and actively participate in transforming their lives.
KNC recalls his early collaboration with Tom Close, paying him his first salary of 700 FRW during an event that marked his start in Showbiz management.
Tom Close, once famed for his dancing talents before stepping into Rwanda’s music scene.
KNC shared his empowering story of resilience and Showbiz legacy with the audience during the Gen-Z Comedy show, inspiring young attendees to pursue their dreams relentlessly.