'I am Hip Hop festival’ fuels signs of genre’s comeback to the big stage

Rwanda’s first-ever ‘I Am Hip-Hop’ festival which took place at Institut Français from July 5 to 6 stood out as not only a true celebration of the genre’s culture but the platform also showed positive signs of rappers’ comeback to Rwanda’s big stages.
The two-day rap festival’s stage welcomed some 28 rappers and other beat makers, exclusively showcasing the spirit of hip-hop culture. This debut edition celebrated the vibrant street rhythms of the genre.
Since its inception in the United States during the late 1970s, the hip hop culture has emerged as a beacon of self-expression and empowerment for the youth, particularly in marginalised communities.