This word could be meant according to how the Holy Spirit guides you, but it also means that doing good without giving up brings blessings including eternal life (After this life), beauty (here you feel charm) and honor (you will not be honored without silver, gold and money).

In the past, there were those who mistakenly believed that serving God meant being lazy and poor. But first they were hidden from the word that Lord Jesus said lastly when he answered Peter. Peter asked him: "Look, we have left everything and followed you, so what will we do?" Matthew 19:27. Matthew 19:28

Jesus answered them: "Truly I tell you that you who follow me, in the time when all things will be made new, when the Son of Man will sit on the throne of his glory, you will also sit on twelve thrones, ruling over the twelve tribes of Israel cases".

When you read this word, you immediately understand that our friends who are famous singers work day and night so that God’s people do not lack resources and bring many to Christ, they are given many things including eternal life and wealth (Being 100 times what they invest in the studio, Promotion etc).

Among the witnesses of Paradise, there are 20 artists who lead others in wealth. You may see someone you thought is not here, or someone we don’t talk to, but everything is in line with what we checked, including real estate, YouTube channel, and other works which are related to their artists. The accounts of Rwandans are being protected by Angels.

Top 20 Richest Gospel Artists In Rwanda

01. Israel Mbonyi

Mbonyicambu Israel as the 1st artist in East Africa and one of the people who earn the most from artistic activities including concerts, YouTube channel and advertisement. (In Paradise’s latest story, he revealed that his YouTube channel has earned him more than 119 Million Frw since 2014 and has more than 667k followers on the YouTube).

But right now, his YouTube channel is being followed by over 734k. Not only YouTube but also his Facebook page, Twitter (X) he is actively involved in. At present, Mbonyi has houses with annexes (Etage) from music, including 1 located at Irebero and Rusororo in the village of annexed houses only.

02. Tonzi [Uwitonze Clementine]

She is another prominent figure on this list. This preacher, is married to Gatarayiha Alpha, their family is blessed by God and she is one of the few artists who release music almost every month, and she is about to release her 9th album.

She is one of the artists who have won various awards and cash. She is often used as a Judge in various and important competitions and reaps the benefits. She is the Director of Gospel Artists in the Federation of Artists of Rwanda.

This family of Gatarayiha and Tonzi is currently living in a beautiful house located between Kagugu and Gisozi in the city of Kigali. It’s a beautiful house, they harvest in the music industry. Through Alpha Entertainment, they have the most expensive "Sonorisalition" music system, which is widely available.

03. Aline Gahongayire

Aline Gahongayire or Dr Alga is another popular name in Rwanda due to her enthusiasm, hard work and goal setting. She is one of the most successful people in music and other social activities.

The singer has 108k subscribers on YouTube, the song “Ndanyuzwe” (I’m Satisfied) has more than 3.5 million views. On Instagram, she is followed by more than 467k people, making her the second most followed artist in Rwanda on Instagram after Meddy, who is followed by more than 900,000 people.

Dr Alga is one of the highest earning singers in commercials, who has collected countless awards including Salax Award and won 2nd position in Rwanda Gospel Stars live after Israel Mbonyi. Currently, Dr Alga has a very expensive shop and countless cars where he recently announced to Paradise.rw that after owning 6 cars, she is waiting to buy a boat and a plane.

04.Thacien Titus

Since the singer entered the singing profession, anyone who says that he has been blessed would not be wrong. His channel is now followed by more than 77k (subscribers) while the song “Aho Ugejeje Ukora,” (You are still doing) has been viewed by more than 2 million.

Apart from music, this man married Christine Mukamana in 2015. Currently, their couple is one of the most well-off in terms of wealth, as they own large shops, especially in Huye, and other commercial activities in Muhanga, and also have houses for rent. In the city of Kigali, in Huye and elsewhere.

05. Fulgence Mutabaruka

He is an Evangelist who is known for his humility. He owns a big paint company called BETA PAINTS, owns a nice house and expensive cars. He is the first Gospel artist in Rwanda who drive himself in an expensive car. This servant of God who prays in the ADEPR Church, is known for his work to help the needy, and was known in the song “Isarura rigeze (Harvest Has Come).”

06. Papi Clever & Dorcas

Papi Clever and Dorcas are other singers who have been introduced to music. Since 2016, Papi Clever has dabbled in music where he is currently one of the highest earning artists through his YouTube channel and other social media platforms.

In addition to the fact that their YouTube channel is followed by 470k people (subscribers), his Instagram is followed by 107k people even though the account he has with Dorcas, it is less than 10 thousand (followers).

The song titled "AMENIKA HURU" has now been watched by more than 17 Millions. This couple has already made history as they participate in countless concerts and earn a lot of money and currently they also have special houses that are including one located in Jari.

07.Lt Col Simon Kabera

This man of God is known for his modesty and humility and is Deputy spokesperson of RDF. He is one of the richest singers, although because of his military life, it is difficult to know his assets, but the work he does allows him to be on this list. His hit songs include "Ukwiriye Amashimwe (You deserve Worthy of Praise)". One of the things that Paradise managed to find out is that he has a very nice house in Rusororo.

08. Liza Kamikazi

Singer Liza Kamikazi used to make world music (secular), but later dedicated herself to songs of worship and praise to God (gospels). She is known for her songs including Yesu Wanjye (My Jesus)" which is about the relationship as a Christian with Jesus after realizing his love.

The couple of Liza Kamikazi and her husband David Wald have been together for 14 years, living very well. They travel in nice cars and live in a very nice place in a two floor house, this puts Liza Kamikazi on the list of the richest artists in Rwanda.

09. James and Daniella

The singer’s hit song "Mpa Amavuta (Give Me Oil)" has over 6.7 million views and 197k followers on YouTube. They are another couple who are known to have a lot of wealth gained from their music.

10. Kalimba Julius

Kalimba Julius comes in 10th position due to various activities including the famous RAAH Supermarket which is one of the most expensive in Kigali. He has a very nice house, he changes cars like coats. He recently organized a great concert in Kayonza with Mbonyi and Theo Bosebabireba.

11. Mahoro Issac

This singer is currently an employee of Bugesera District in the Eastern Province, he was included in this list as the information Paradise.rw has is that he has a lot of money. He has a nice house and an expensive car.

He is making music in good hands now that he has a Manager who liked his talent, and not only he is his assistant but there are also about 10 others who help this artist in music. He recently set up a concert at BK Arena and Kigali Convention Center for the next three years. He is very rich.

12. Mugabe Assiel

He is another name known for silver and gold and he has a very nice house, he is well paid because he teaches at the University. He is one of the most well-off Rwandan celebrities. This artist usually prays at the Methodist Church in Gikondo where he also performs the service of God by singing.

13. Theophile Twagirayezu

Theophile Twagirayezu, who came back to music after 15 years of hiatus, is one of the most well-off musicians as he has a nice house near Rusororo, a nice car and a good job.

He taught in various universities here in Rwanda. He is known for his song ’Iri Maso (He is watching)’ which he performed with his classmates at St André.

14. Bishop Aime Uwimana

Uwimana, who sang "Muririmbire Uwiteka" (Sing to the Lord) which some people considered as the national anthem, is one of the most respected artists in the Gospel music in Rwanda. He is belonged to the music and he has taken from it the studio, house, car etc.

15. Diana Kamugisha

This singer is one of the most rich artists in Rwanda from activities related to her music, the work she does at the ACT University of Theology, the work of her husband and others. The nice houses they live in, the cars they drive in, their Hotel, are some of the things that you can rely on to say that Diana Kamugisha has a lot of money.

16. Bosco Nshuti

This is one of the artists who has a bright future as he is still young. This singer who has a luxury car, also is listed to this list due to his various musical activities including concerts, competitions, YouTube channel with over 45K subscribers and social media platforms.

17. Rev. Kayumba

Rapper Rev Kayumba Fraterne has a car worth 10 Million Frw, a beautiful house, and all his activities are based on his music of worship and praise to God. He is best known for his song "Mureke Ibiyobyabwenge" (Stop the Drugs), Ft P Fla and Jack B.

18. Alex Dusabe

The artist who is famous for his songs including "Umuyoboro" made him to be found on this list, due to his music activities that have kept him busy with concerts, as well as a strong fish business, luxury home and more.

19. Theo Bosebabireba

He would became the richest artist on this list, but in the early years, artists did not know how to gain more money from the music. The charms he had, the countries he was invited to, would give him great wealth. He is now living comfortably because he has his own house, and the good news is that he recently bought a car.

20. Prosper Nkomezi

Prosper Nkomezi is very popular artist because among his music lovers, the wife of the President of Burundi, Angeline Ndayishimiye, is included. The music he does, be it his songs, the concerts he does, the concerts he is invited to in Rwanda and abroad, bring him a lot of income.

Bonus: 21. Josh Ishimwe

Josh Ishimwe would come to this list if it is top 21. Even though he is new to music because he started it in 2020, he has taken money from it and he is not missing invitations to major concerts.

At the young age of 23, he has a car, and judging by his performances, he is not afraid to say that his bank account is fat.

NB: In making this list we focused on Gospel artists living in Rwanda. We will return to those who live in the Diaspora in the next story.

The Kinyarwanda version of this story was written by Ev Frodouard Obededom