Sonia Mugabo to Showcase in Rwanda Day 2024 in Washington DC #Newcollections 

Collections Made by Sonia Mugabo Clothing brand Based in Kigali (Photo SM)

From @teenvogueintern to Rwandan fashion powerhouse. Meet Sonia Mugabo, A Rwandan businesswoman, fashion designer, and trendsetter. She was named by @forbesamong the “30 Most Promising Young Entrepreneurs In Africa.” With her fashion brand @soniamugabo named after her, she is rewriting the fashion narrative from Rwanda to the world.

 "Countdown is on! Washington DC we’re on our way? See you on February 2nd and 3rd where you can shop these looks. ??✈️? " Message published on Instagram by Sonia Mugabo clothing brand

Founder and Creative Director Sonia Mugabo is expected to participate in the Young Entrepreneur Networking event in DC 

 As many Rwandas continue preparing to depart to the United States of America for Rwanda Day 2024, which will take place in Washington DC, the Sonia Mugabo clothing brand based in Kigali is also in heavy preparation. 

Collection Made by Sonia Mugabo Clothing brand Based in Kigali (Photo SM)

Collection Made by Sonia Mugabo (Photo SM)

The event, scheduled for February 2-3 in the US capital, Washington DC, will attract thousands of members of the expatriate Rwandan community and friends of the country, and nearly 13,000 people have already registered for the event. It is also said that some of the big local musicians will be in Washington DC over the weekend to attend and perform during Rwanda Day and its side events.

Collection Made by Sonia Mugabo (Photo SM)

Collection Made by Sonia Mugabo (Photo SM)

Collection Made by Sonia Mugabo (Photo SM)

Collection Made by Sonia Mugabo (Photo SM)

Collection Made by Sonia Mugabo (Photo SM)

Collection Made by Sonia Mugabo (Photo SM)

"Our 2024 ins & outs! What are you deciding to keep, try, or let go of this year?" by Sonia Mugabo

Sonia Mugabo Ins & Outs 2024

Sonia Mugabo's Ins 2024

 Sonia Mugabo's Outs 2024

Other side events of the Rwanda Day 2024 in Washington DC events include; 

• Tempah'D Night in Washington DC

Kigali's famous Hottempah collective team, best known for throwing the biggest parties in town, has shifted to Washington DC this weekend, where they are expected to bring the best vibes to partygoers in town for Rwanda Day. Dubbed 'Tempah'D night in Washington DC', the show will take place on February 2, at Yolo Lounge and Restaurant DC, and will feature performances by Nyata, a member of the Hottempah collective team. Admission to the show is $20 for early bird tickets and $25 for those who buy tickets on the day.

• Rwanda Day Pre & After Party

Organized by Afrohub Entertainment, a Phoenix-based Rwandan entertainment company under Ernesto Ugeziwe, the events will bring together different deejays and artists based in Rwanda and the United States. The pre-event will be held on Friday, February 2, alongside deejays Nshiski, Innox, and Banti on the decks. Dubbed the Afrobeat party, the event will see renowned Afrobeat Deejay Nshiski, who is regarded as the best Afrobeat deejay in Washington D.C. The day will be opened by a business forum attended by 400-500 people. The pre-party will take place at Privilege DC night club at 30 dollars, from 9 PM to 3 AM. Saturday night, February 3, the Rwanda Day after-party will give attendees the best show with deejays Toxxyk, Major Kev, and Kii.

Ernesto told The New Times that they have put a lot of effort in bringing the pre and after-parties, welcoming people to pull up for a fun and networking-filled experience. The after-party will be held at Space DC Lounge & restaurant with an entrance fee of $30.

• Kigali to Washington DC After Party

Hosted by Ally Soudy, The Keza, and Cece, the show will host different artists coming from different places. Special appearances expected are Jay Pac, comedian Ramjaane, Miss Rwanda Arizona 2019 Joyeuse Umutoni, rapper Shizzo, actress Assia Mutoni, and artiste Time B among others. DJ Manzi will be on the decks playing music for the attendees. Music entrepreneur Bad Rama and fashion model Jolie Bwiza, Massamba, TMC, Kitoko, Kamichi, Bad Rama, and journalist Scovia Mutesi will be among the guests. The event will kick off Saturday, February 3, from 9 PM till late at Signature Lounge. Entrance fee is $40.

• Official Rwanda Day Pre-Afterparty by AfroHub Ent

Afro Hub Entertainment has also organized a two-day party for Rwandans attending Rwanda Day in Washington over the weekend. The first show will take place on February 2, at Privilege DC, and will feature performances by renowned disc spinners such as DJ Innox, DJ Shinski and DJ Banti. On February 3, a concert will take place at 'Space', where DJ Toxxyk, DJ Kev, and DJ Kii will be the DJs of the night. Admission to the show is $30.

• Ikaze Night

Rwandans travelling to Washington DC will be treated to a 'Welcome Night' concert at Swahili Village on February 1. The show will be headlined by US-based Rwandan DJs such as DJ Innox and DJ Jimmy Tabz. Tickets for the show are already sold out.

• The Wrap Up

Innox Entertainment will host the final party in Washington DC on February 4, featuring some of the best US-based Rwandan disc spinners. The likes of DJ Jimmy Tabz, DJ Innox, DJ Rrug, and DJ Onyx will be performing at the event which will take place at Kaldi's.

• Made in Rwanda Networking Gala

This event was made specifically to enhance networking among the people who attended the forum. The gala was organized by Afrohub Entertainment in partnership with Rwanda’s embassy in the United States. Rwandan singer Ruti Joel and US-based singer Rita Kagaju are expected to entertain those who will attend the event.

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