The prestigious "World Champs Night Life" concert will unite both Rwandan and Kenyan musical talents, including Bensoul and Nviiri The Storyteller from Kenya. This exciting event not only promises to captivate fans but will also provide a global stage for Rwandan music.
Shemi: The Rising Star of Rwanda’s Music Scene
Gibril Shema Mico, popularly known as Shemi, became an overnight sensation in 2023 with his debut track “Peace of Mind.” The song rapidly gained popularity on social media, earning millions of streams on leading music platforms.
Shemi discovered his passion for singing early in life, supported by Rwandan R&B legend The Ben. His popular tracks include “Peace of Mind,” “Solo” featuring DJ Pyfo, “Ntagotwa” in collaboration with Kevin Klein, and “One Time.” Despite his impressive music success, Shemi took a hiatus to focus on completing his secondary school education.
Kid from Kigali: Rwandan Rapper Making Waves
Brian Kimonyo, widely known as Kid from Kigali, is a celebrated rapper who first gained prominence while residing in the United States before returning home to Rwanda. Now based in Kigali, Kid continues to inspire fans with his creative beats and compelling lyrics.
One of Kid’s notable tracks, “Business,” featuring American rapper Skilla Baby, emphasizes the importance of embracing Rwandan culture and talents. Kid’s popularity soared in 2019 thanks to his freestyle videos shared online, which led to him being featured on BBC 1Xtra as a rising rap sensation.
Cycling World Championships: Kigali Leads Africa
The Cycling World Championships is a globally recognized event organized by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI). Renowned for gathering leading cyclists to compete in diverse categories like Road Race, Individual Time Trial, and Team Relay, this competition has a rich history dating back to 1921.
In 2025, Kigali etched its name in history by being the first African city to host this prestigious championship—a significant milestone for both Rwanda and the continent as a whole. This remarkable accomplishment underscores Kigali's ability to host international events while boosting the sport of cycling.
Running from September 21 to September 28, 2025, this year’s Cycling World Championships features eight globally significant races. Thousands of fans from across the world are expected to partake in this thrilling occasion.
A Night of Musical Excellence: The Grand Finale
The "World Champs Night Life" concert is set to close the Cycling World Championships with an electrifying celebration. This global event will feature collaborative performances by Shemi, Kid from Kigali, Nviiri, and Bensoul, promising to deliver an unforgettable experience for fans of music and cycling alike.
Shemi gears up to thrill his fans at the highly anticipated concert venue, Kigali Universe.
Kid from Kigali will deliver a memorable performance at the finale concert celebrating the Cycling World Championships.
The Kigali Universe concert venue will host top Rwandan artists alongside Kenyan stars Bensoul and Nviiri The Storyteller in a musical spectacular that wraps up the championship.
A must-see event: The Cycling World Championships finale will feature top music artists in Kigali on September 27, 2025.