{"id":56137,"date":"2025-11-02T17:11:46","date_gmt":"2025-11-02T17:11:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/miss-jolly-splurges-frw-1-4-million-on-signed-psg-jersey-highlights-from-the\/"},"modified":"2025-11-02T16:54:17","modified_gmt":"2025-11-02T16:54:17","slug":"miss-jolly-splurges-frw-1-4-million-on-signed-psg-jersey-highlights-from-the","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/miss-jolly-splurges-frw-1-4-million-on-signed-psg-jersey-highlights-from-the\/","title":{"rendered":"Glamour, giving and glitz: Sherrie Silver\u2019s Silver Gala lights up Kigali"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The red carpet sparkled with stunning outfits and flashing cameras as guests posed for photos and shared laughs with the press before heading into the main hall. The evening blended fashion, music, and art, offering a taste of Rwanda\u2019s growing creative energy.<\/p>\n<p>Opening the night, Sherrie Silver said her inspiration for the gala stemmed from a desire to empower young Rwandans with talent.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI wanted to create a platform where the youth can shine, express themselves, and realise their potential, not just for their own success, but to uplift the country,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p>Umutoni Sandrine, Minister of State in the Ministry of Youth and Arts Development, applauded Silver\u2019s initiative, describing her as a role model for Africa\u2019s creative industry.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSherrie Silver has used her talent to open doors for others and showcase African artistry on the global stage,\u201d she said. \u201cTonight is proof of what happens when we believe in young people and invest in the arts, not as charity, but as a tool for transformation.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>She reaffirmed the government\u2019s commitment to nurturing the creative sector under the leadership of President Paul Kagame, adding that Rwanda continues to place art and innovation at the centre of national progress.<\/p>\n<p>{{A night of glamour, bids, and beats<br \/>\n}}<\/p>\n<p>Adding a sporty twist to the glamorous night, Miss Jolly Mutesi outbid several guests to secure a signed Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) jersey for $1,000 (about Frw 1.4 million). She revealed that she plans to display the prized collectible as a home d\u00e9cor piece. The French football club is a partner of Visit Rwanda, the tourism-focused arm of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB).<\/p>\n<p>The Best Dressed category turned into a stylish showdown featuring Bwiza, Mutesi Jolly, Miss Nishimwe Naomie, Anitha Urayeneza (of Romantic Garden), Olivia The Design, Tanga Designs, Juno Kizigenza, and Ross Kana.<\/p>\n<p>Pop star Bwiza once again stole the spotlight, walking away with the $1,000 Best Dressed Award, marking her second consecutive win after triumphing at last year\u2019s inaugural gala.<\/p>\n<p>The night also carried a touch of philanthropy. The BK Foundation pledged to cover school fees for 100 children supported by the Sherrie Silver Foundation, both in public and private schools.<\/p>\n<p>In the fashion segment, Icyacumi was crowned Best Fashion Designer, taking home $5,000 and six months of free Canal Box internet.<\/p>\n<p>Performances by Juno Kizigenza, Butera Knowless, Massamba Intore, Nigerian singer Chella, and Sherrie Silver herself, joined by children from her foundation, kept the energy high until late in the night.<\/p>\n<p>The Silver Gala once again proved why it\u2019s becoming one of Kigali\u2019s most anticipated annual events, a celebration of creativity, talent, and style with a purpose.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97122 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala.jpg\" alt=\"An official from BK Arena warmly welcomed guests attending The Silver Gala at the venue.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97121 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_3.jpg\" alt=\"Rising star Vex Prince captivated the audience at The Silver Gala.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97120 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_2.jpg\" alt=\"Icyacumi was crowned Best Fashion Designer, taking home $5,000 and six months of free Canal Box internet.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97119 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_4.jpg\" alt=\"Miss Jolly Mutesi outbid several guests to secure a signed Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) jersey for $1,000 (about Frw 1.4 million).\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97107 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_13.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97118 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_5.jpg\" alt=\"Minister of State for Youth and Arts Development, Umutoni Sandrine, is welcomed by Sherrie Silver on the red carpet.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97117 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_6.jpg\" alt=\"Opening the night, Sherrie Silver said her inspiration for the gala stemmed from a desire to empower young Rwandans with talent.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97116 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_7.jpg\" alt=\"Participants who competed for the Best Dressed award.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97114 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_8.jpg\" alt=\"Sherrie Silver is among the young women who have built a strong reputation in philanthropy.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97115 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_9.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97112 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_11.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97113 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_10.jpg\" alt=\"Umutoni Sandrine, Minister of State in the Ministry of Youth and Arts Development, applauded Silver\u2019s initiative, describing her as a role model for Africa\u2019s creative industry.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97111 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_12.jpg\" alt=\"Ross Kana dedicated several months rehearsing with the children from the Sherrie Silver Foundation.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97110 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/ross_kana_ku_rubyiniro-d1a6c.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97109 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/ross_kana_yaririmbye_yimara_ipfa-8967a.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97108 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/muri_ibi_birori_herekaniwemo_imideli-af504.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97106 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_14.jpg\" alt=\"Miss Naomie savouring the moments at The Silver Gala.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97105 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_15.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97104 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_16.jpg\" alt=\"During The Silver Gala, the BK Foundation committed to paying school fees for 100 children supported by the Sherrie Silver Foundation.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97103 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_17.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97102 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_18.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97101 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_19.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97099 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_21.jpg\" alt=\"Massamba performed alongside children from the Sherrie Silver Foundation.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97098 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_22.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97097 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_24.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97096 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_23.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97095 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_26.jpg\" alt=\"Knowless delivered a memorable performance for guests at The Silver Gala.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97094 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_25.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97093 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_28.jpg\" alt=\"Rwandan-Jamaican media personality, DJ, and content creator, also kept the audience engaged.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97092 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_27.jpg\" alt=\"Rapper Kivumbi was among those who attended The Silver Gala.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97091 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_29.jpg\" alt=\"Juno Kizigenza entertained the audience with the other performers.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97090 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_30.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97089 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_31.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97088 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_32.jpg\" alt=\"Music lovers were thoroughly entertained at The Silver Gala.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97087 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_33.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97086 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_34.jpg\" alt=\"DJ Sonia kept the crowd grooving with her engaging set.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97085 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_35.jpg\" alt=\"Ange, part of the group Ange &amp; Pamella, was present at The Silver Gala.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97084 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_36.jpg\" alt=\"Bwiza was crowned Best Dressed, outshining all others.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97083 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_37.jpg\" alt=\"Coach Gael attended The Silver Gala.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97082 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_39.jpg\" alt=\"Models showcased their talent at The Silver Gala.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97081 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_38.jpg\" alt=\"Mutesi Jolly was among the attendees at The Silver Gala.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97080 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_40.jpg\" alt=\"Young talents from the Sherrie Silver Foundation wowed the audience with their performances.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97079 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_41.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97078 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_42.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97077 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_43.jpg\" alt=\"DJ Lamper entertained guests with his set at The Silver Gala.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-97076 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/silver_gala_44.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kigali\u2019s social scene came alive on Saturday night, November 1, 2025, as celebrities, creatives, and fashion lovers gathered for The Silver Gala, a glamorous event curated by internationally acclaimed dancer and philanthropist Sherrie Silver.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":131,"featured_media":2000097134,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[75],"byline":[170],"hashtag":[],"class_list":["post-56137","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-entertainment","tag-homenews","byline-igihe"],"bylines":[{"id":170,"name":"IGIHE","slug":"igihe","description":"","image":{"id":0,"url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&f=y&r=g","alt":"Default avatar","title":"Default 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