Rooftop Ikawa Cafe

18/08/2026

Our first Kigali Expat Social Night brought together expats, travelers, digital nomads, and internationally minded people for an evening of conversations, games, drinks, and new connections.

For everyone who was there — we're doing it again. And we're making it even better.

For those who missed the first edition, consider this your warning: you don't want to hear about the second one from everyone else's photos and stories afterward.

This isn't just another night out where you stand around with the people you already came with. It's a curated social experience designed to help you actually meet new people.

You might be one Wednesday away from meeting your future best friend, travel companion, business partner or who knows, your lover (but hey, easy on that, this is not that kind of event lol)

Whether you're new to Kigali, have been here for years, are visiting for a few weeks, working remotely, or simply looking to expand your social circle — come ready to meet people.

THE EVENING PLAN

Arrival & Welcome Drink
Check in, grab your complimentary welcome drink and ease into the evening.

Welcome & Introductions
We'll kick things off, introduce the concept and get everyone comfortable.

Icebreaker Games
Fun, low-pressure activities designed to get conversations flowing and break the awkwardness.

Curated Networking
Guided conversations and networking rounds that encourage you to meet people outside your usual circle.

Social Games & Group Activity
A fun interactive activity to bring everyone together and keep the energy high.

Free Networking
No more structure — just good conversations, drinks, music and the chance to continue connecting with the people you've met.

Keep the Night Going
For those who aren't ready to call it a night, keep the conversations going and enjoy the rooftop atmosphere.

🎟️ Tickets
Early Bird — 10,000 RWF (Limited tickets )
Regular — 15,000 RWF
https://eventsbash.rw/event-details/kigali-expat-social-night-g2zmni

🍹 Every ticket includes a 5500 RWF coupon to use at the counter towards drinks or foods.
Got your ticket already ? Hit me up at +250798979440 on Whatsapp to get added to our expat community and maybe get to know each other before the big day.

12/08/2026

KIGALI TRIVIA-Quiz CHALLENGE + MOVIE NIGHT 🧠+🍿
This Thursday, we’re bringing together the best reasons to go out in Kigali:
🏆 Live Trivia Challenge
🧠 Extra Rounds of Kigali Trivia
🍿 Movie on the Big Screen

Compete across our regular trivia rounds, plus special Kigali Challenge rounds featuring local knowledge, Kigali culture, landmarks, food, music, history, and the things only true Kigali insiders know.

🧠 Trivia Categories:
• Kigali Challenge (2 Special Rounds)
• General Knowledge
• Movies & TV
• Music
• Sports
• Geography
• Pop Culture
• Surprise Bonus Rounds

🏆 Win rewards, climb the leaderboard, and earn bragging rights as Kigali’s trivia-quiz champion.
Then stay after the final round as we switch to movie night.
🍔 Great burgers
🍕 Fresh pizzas
🍹 Cocktails and drinks
🎬 Big screen atmosphere
🎉 One ticket, two great nights
📍 Rooftop Ikawa Café, Kiyovu
📅 Thursday, June 25th, 2026
⏰ Starts at 5:00 PM

🎟️ Ticket: 5,000 RWF --> Fully consumable for food and drink through the Guhemba app
Get your tickets now at EventsBash.rw

06/08/2026

Rooftop Ikawa Cafe is designed for professionals to get work done, hold productive meetings, and host events. Visit us to learn about Kigali's legacy cafe for getting work done with great coffee and snacks!

06/08/2026

Interactive Trivia on the big screen each Thursday + a movie after. Come and join in the fun at Rooftop Ikawa Café in Kiyovu, Kigali. As a single or your group, great drinks, food, and fun await you!

https://eventsbash.rw/event-details/kigali-trivia-challenge-movie-night-qwedpj

10/07/2026

Startup Founders Talk Returns at Rooftop Ikawa Cafe in Kiyovu Kigali - Live Podcast Recordings.

Join us for a special live recording featuring multiple podcast episodes, as we bring together experienced entrepreneurs, product leaders, and ecosystem builders to discuss the ideas shaping the next generation of African technology

This isn't a conference.
It isn't a pitch competition.
It's an open conversation about what founders, developers, investors, and policymakers need to hear - from people building products every day.

Topics include:
• Where have all the software developers gone?
• How AI is changing the future of African talent
• Why building products is no longer enough—we need to build valuable solutions
• Digital sovereignty, public-private partnerships, and Africa's technology future
• What founders should be building over the next decade

Whether you're:
A startup founder
A software developer or product manager
A government policymaker
An investor or ecosystem supporter
A student preparing for a career in technology..this is your opportunity to hear real experiences, ask questions, and be part of the conversation.

Speakers:
- Thibaut Murengerantwari: Event Host and Moderator - RWBuild Community Leader and Operations
- Rob Rickard: Director, RWBuild & U.S. ‘Techpreneur'
Interm CEO of Guhemba
- Fumnanya Okeleke-Kooper: Senior Product Manager, Ampersand Energy
- Deexon Muhizi: CEO and Founder of iGiTree

RWBuild has always believed that Africa's greatest technology advantage isn't lower costs—it's a deeper understanding of African problems. For more than a decade we've worked alongside founders to help turn ideas into companies, products, and impact. Our mission remains the same: build world-class African solutions that can compete globally.
📍 Rooftop Ikawa Café, Kiyovu, Kigali (ikawa.rw)
📅 Friday, July 10
🕕 6:00 PM (kicking off first episode)

Hosted by: Rwanda Build Program (RWBuild)
Sponsored by: EventsBash.rw
Supported by: The Voices Podcast

Come listen. Join the discussion. Meet the builders helping shape Rwanda's technology ecosystem.

The future of African innovation won't be written somewhere else—it will be built by the people in the room.

Rooftop Ikawa Cafe
We are a great little rooftop cafe in Kiyovu with views of the Kigali hills. Professionals and entrepreneurs are welcome to work, meet, eat, and drink. We are also a tech lab for the Rwanda Build Program, testing local software.

24/06/2026

Rooftop Ikawa Cafe - Where meetings happen, and work gets done!

24/06/2026

Refill needed - getting work done at Rooftop Ikawa Cafe!

24/06/2026

KIGALI TRIVIA CHALLENGE + MATCH NIGHT 🧠+⚽️

This Thursday, we’re bringing together the best reasons to go out in Kigali:

🏆 Live Trivia Challenge
🧠 Extra Rounds of Kigali Trivia
⚽️ World Cup Kick-Off Match on the Big Screen

Compete across our regular trivia rounds, plus TWO special Kigali Challenge rounds featuring local knowledge, Kigali culture, landmarks, food, music, history, and the things only true Kigali insiders know.

Whether you’ve lived here for 10 years or just arrived, it’s your chance to prove how well you know the city.

:brain: Trivia Categories:
• Kigali Challenge (2 Special Rounds)
• General Knowledge
• Movies & TV
• Music
• Sports
• Geography
• Pop Culture
• Surprise Bonus Rounds

🏆 Win rewards, climb the leaderboard, and earn bragging rights as Kigali’s trivia champion.

Then stay after the final round as we switch to the FIFA World Cup Kick-Off Match LIVE on the big screen.

🍔 Great burgers
🍕 Fresh pizzas
🍹 Cocktails and drinks
⚽️ Football atmosphere
🎉 One ticket, two great nights

📍 Rooftop Ikawa Café, Kiyovu
📅 Thursday, June 25th, 2026
⏰ Starts at 5:00 PM

🎟️ Ticket: 5,000 RWF
Fully consumable through Guhemba

🔥 Early Bird Bonus:
Buy early and receive a 7,000 RWF consumable voucher (2,000 RWF bonus value).

Get your tickets now at EventsBash.rw

Challenge Kigali. Then watch the world.

Thursday Trivia + Movie Night: Kigali's Special

12/06/2026

I’ve been waiting all day for this new ‘firehouse’ burger sauce.