Paccy Bolingo on preserving Rwanda’s culture through music and creative expression

At just 25, Rwandan musician Paccy Bolingo is carving out a unique space in the country’s creative industry by blending traditional Rwandan music and culture with modern sounds. In an exclusive interview with The New Times, the singer, guitarist, producer and founder of Umuriri Band and UB Records shares his journey from discovering music as a child to performing on stages in Rwanda and abroad. He also discusses preserving Rwandan culture through music, building sustainable opportunities for young creatives, copyright and royalties, and his vision for taking African music to a wider global audience. Watch Paccy Bolingo’s story and discover how he is turning Rwanda’s cultural heritage into modern music. #PaccyBolingo #RwandanMusic #Rwanda #Music #Culture #AfricanMusic #CreativeIndustry