Category: Lifestyle

Former miss Rwanda 2009 Bahati Grace has given birth to a baby.The baby has been named Ethan Jedidiah Muhire.

The beauty queen is currently rumoured to be in the United states where she allegedly gave birth. However, a closer look at the picture above shows more resemblance of a lowkey Rwandan home not USA.

Bahati says the father of the baby is non other than Muhire William—also known as K8 Kavuyo as his stage name.

K8 rose to fame after releasing hits; Game Over, Gasopo, and Isaha ya 8.

K8 is a popular rapper who has been romantically involved with Bahati. The couple has been a subject of gossip that has endured rumours ranging from a failed relationship, denial of responsibility of pregnancy by K8 Kavuyo.

This brings an end to the long time rumours that the couple had split.

In May 2010, gossip had spread like wild fire that Bahati and her lover K8 had married. The rumour began by a post on Bahati’s facebook wall page.

However, then, Bahati said, “It’s crazy. K8 and I aren’t married. I didn’t write that, and I wonder who stole my password (Facebook) and wrote such a thing,” Bahati said.

“I only share my password with K8, because we trust each other. He is not the one who wrote it, it must have been someone else.”

Before the marriage rumour, Bahati had confessed to a local daily tabloid, “K8 is my boyfriend, but that doesn’t mean we’re married.

In any case, we’re both still under the legal age of getting married; K8 is 20, and I’m 19,” Bahati defended.

Even this time, the birth of their baby Ethan Jedidiah Muhire has been marred by online rumours about the gender of the baby some claiming it’s a boy others say it’s a Girl.

The source who refused to be named leaked a photo of K8 Kavuyo holding the baby onto his chest.

A Rwandan National living in Beligum is rumoured to be having an affair with Miss Belgium.

Beyne is currently in China where she is competing for the miss world crown.

Esther Uwingabire, 23, has been selected Miss Western Province-scoring 91%

The selection was held 21st of July in Rubavu,Western Province at the main hall of RTUC, the Rwanda Tourism University College.

After selecting Umutesi Aurore,Isimbi Deborah and Umurerwa Ariane as the three contestants from the Southern Province on 14th July; yesterday 21st of July the same event took place in the Western Province in Rubavu.

The miss Rwanda 2012 being prepared by Minispoc and Mashirika,was hosted by Anita Pendo,and had the minister of Minispoc Protais Mitari as the guest of honor.

Esther Uwingabire was succeeded by Natacha Uwamahoro, 20, from Rubavu but currently studying from SFB, being the first runner up with 89%, she was also selected Miss SFB 2012 and Annick Umwamikazi, 21, from Nyamasheke with a rate of 82%, she studies from RTUC,Kigali.

The three selected contestants were chosen among twelve other girls from different districts of the province, namely, Uwase Mignone,Esther Hakizimana, Laetitia Isimbi,Natacha Uwamahoro, Rachel Uwizera,Assia Niyifasha,Alice Nyirahabimana,Esther Uwingabire,Sandra Teta who was the runner up of miss SFB 2012,Adelphine Uwanyirigira,Gratia Mutabaruka and Annick Umwamikazi.

After the first session of questioning, the number of contestants reduced to five with Teta Sandra’s exclusion being a total surprise to all.
The five contestants were Annick Umwamikazi,Esther Uwingabire,Alice Nyirahabimana,Uwamahoro Natacha and Isimbi Laetitia.

Gisenyi Acrobats and the Kigali Live Music Band featuring Rosette and Jonathan tremendously entertained the crowd with their lively acrobatic schemes and wonderful voices and rhythms in between breaks.

By the time of the second questioning, only three girls selected to participate in Miss Rwanda 2012 had to remain; being, Uwingabire Esther,Uwamahoro Natasha and Annick Umwamikazi titled Miss, first runner up and second runner up of the western province respectively.

“My message to the youth is to encourage them into being confident and having self esteem because I believe that we can achieve all that we put our minds into.

If I become Miss Rwanda 2012,I will focus on women and young girls’ activities and purposes as well as working hand in hand with my country in different departments such as campaigning for the fight against drug consumption and addiction.” Said Miss Western Province Esther Uwingabire.

On 28th July, the very same event of selecting three other contestants will be held in the Easten Province.

Bad breath can spoil your date. You dont wanna be a laughing stock by repelling away people you are talking to. The owful smell from your mouth can be delt with if you follow specific procedures as underlined.

Brush your teeth: Cavities, tooth decay, gum disease and bacteria attack can all be causing bad odors. It is therefore advised to brush twice a day and floss at least once a day to remove the plaque and bacteria that accumulates on your teeth under your gum line. Visit your dentist twice a year for check up and professional cleaning.

Clean your tongue: the fleshy surface of your tongue is a prime breeding ground for harmful bacteria. Most people neglect this crucial area when brushing. Take a regular soft toothbrush and make a few gentle strokes down the tongue from back to front once a day.

Go sugar free: sugary brands such as chewing gums add problem to odor disorders. Bacteria in your mouth ferment sugar which leads to very unpleasant odors. If you like gum, opt for sugar free ones.

Stay hydrated: your saliva contains vital protective enzymes that help kill bad bacteria. Therefore a dry mouth can be contributing to a smelly situation. Staying hydrated will help stimulate the salivary glands and keep your mouth properly moisturized.

Know what you eat: the foods that you eat can exert a lot of influence on smell of your breath. Avoid garlic or onion based meals.

Rinse after eating or drinking: what you drink can cause bad breath too. Acidic beverages, coffee or alcohol will release compounds into your bloodstream that will in turn release odors through your breath.
After drinking or eating, rinse your mouth with plain water.

Use nature’s cures: if you are really eager to combat bad breath,. Chase your meal with green tea or sip it throughout the day. It helps keep your breath fresh. It has antibacterial compounds that fight germs in your mouth.

Eat to smell sweet: fruits rich in Vitamin C; melons, berries and citrus fruits such as oranges are packed with vitamin C.
Raw, crunchy fruits and vegetables can also help, celery, carrots, apples are good options.

Skip the cigarettes: Cigarettes release a cocktail of chemicals into the mouth and they also host other problems.
They dry the mouth and build up plaques on teeth.

Lastly If after doing all the above tips you still have breath odor disorders, visit your dentist for furthermore professional care.

After the thrilling masquerade ball party held at the Manor Hotel last Saturday, the Manor hotel has rolledout more specialized events to compliment daily events at the hotel.

Irene Nuwagaba, the hotel’s marketing manager, explains, Monday is Shisha night, Tuesday movie night, Wednesday beautiful singles, Thursday Karaoke, Friday Swagger night, Saturday Reggea-Ragga and Sunday which consists of two events, Teenz Buzz and Bollywood night.

Nuwagaba says, “we’re improving our menu. on 27th July we’re organizing the first food and wine testing- it’s an event meant to officially launch our new menu in all our three restaurants including: the Indian, Chinnese and Italian hotels, also our main bar we be serving unique drinks such as margarita.”

After the food and testing event the following evening will consist of the masqueraded ball night on 28th July. The event has been repeated due to a high demand obtained from the hotel’s suggestion box.

The yet to be introduced meals will be from Mongolian and a dinner to launch the meals will be held on 3rd August.

“Due to geographic proximity and deep historic ties with china and Russia, Mongolian cuisine is also influenced by Chinese and Russian cuisine.

Our favorite will be Mongolian barbecue which is beef meat and vegetables cooked in large, round, solid iron griddles at temperatures of up to 300 °C (572 °F).”

Also part of the new menu, is African dishes which consist of the majority local cuisine, an event to serve the meal officially will be held on 17th August.

After 12 years with Dreadlocks on his head, Lion Manzi has taken a tough decision and cut off his trademark hair style.

“if someone takes a personal decision to have dreadlocks on his head, I believe its his personal choice and decision to cut them off,”Manzi told IGIHE.

Musician and judge, Francis Bihoyiki popularly known by his stage name Baket, has released a song by the name Ubutane (divorce), the 4 minute song discourages separation among married couples.

Baket is a judge at Gatumba’s lower instance court in Ngororero district, he highlights that he decided the theme of song due to a number of divorce cases which consistently appear on his desk.

“I get frustrated whenever I look at some of the issues which can be solved amicably, my song advises couples to exercise better communication especially in solving various domestic issues, really some problems are too petty to result to divorce,” he advises.

His latest song Ubutane is seen by the majority of his fans as a comeback. The once gospel singer has been silent since the year 2009 after getting the job as a judge.

“Let me set the record straight I won’t be singing or perform for any financial gains since the law restricts me to do that, but rather I will be singing for fan since I believe I’ve a calling to educate my society on good morals,” he explains.

The judge started composing songs in 2004 while he was pursing Law Degree at the National University of Rwanda. In 2006 his music career climaxed after releasing his debut album which contained hit songs such as Agahinda k’inkoko (the agony of a hen).

So far there’re allegations that his divorce song is in line with his preparation to release a second album slated to be unleashed by the end of this year.

Hollywood celebrity couple Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard is currently in Rwanda where they have visited the National Museum of Rwanda in Huye district.

Actress Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard were named among the hottest couples in Hollywood.

Once again made the couple was listed among the 100 Hottest Couples of 2012. Each year there is a ranking in Hollywood’s powerful couples based on popularity, success, attractiveness among other qualities.