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Cultural Renaissance: The Power of Arts, Heritage & Storytelling

In its inaugural edition, the Umurage International Book Festival 2025 brings together a vibrant community of publishers, authors, policymakers, and readers to explore the dynamic landscape of the book industry in Rwanda and beyond. With a particular focus on empowering youth and women, this landmark event aims to spotlight the critical challenges and emerging opportunities within publishing, while advocating for robust national and continental support for the growth of the industry. The festival calls on governments, institutions, and stakeholders to recognize and champion the vital role of books in fostering education, cultural preservation, and sustainable development across Africa.
  • 8-week online training for female publishers (July–September 2025)
  • Atelier des Auteurs Rwandais Francophones avec Agnes Debiage .
  • Main festival in Kigali: 1-3 October 2025
  • Daily Umurage Book Fair featuring Rwandan publishers, authors, and literary innovations.





Through exhibitions, workshops, performances, and policy forums, the festival champions Rwanda’s cultural renaissance and positions the country as a regional hub for creative excellence and knowledge-sharing.

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Umurage International Books and Arts Festival team

Elizabeth Ndinda

University Coordinator

Francois Nyangezi

MOYA Representative

Ganza Mucyo David

Lit Teens Coordinator

Fiston Mudacumura

Publishers Liason

Micheline Butoyi

Communications

Catherine Kukunda

Exhibition coordinator

Simon Iyarwema

Arts Coordinator

Joachim Kimuli

Graphic Designer
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1-3 October, 2025

9.00 AM - 04.00 PM

Kigali Genocide Memorial

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Kigali Genocide Memoria

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