Kivumbi King is a Rwandan poet, rapper, singer and producer from Kigali, also known as Cyacyana and part of the Sick Sound Dimension team.
Background
Born and raised in Kigali, Kivumbi King entered the scene in 2019 with “Madam”. He credits Hope Azeda and Ubumuntu Arts with giving him his first stage.
Releases and milestones
His debut album is A Sin Called Dreaming, followed by DID (2021, with regional features) and Ganza (May 2024). His track “Wine” appeared on a Times Square billboard, making him the first Rwandan artist there according to KT Press. Other hits include “Captain”, “Keza”, “Yalampaye” and “Salute”. On 1 August 2025 he released the five-track EP Installation with Mike Kayihura (Afrobeat, soul and Afro-pop), and in August 2026 “YampayInka” with Kirikou Akili.
Where to start
“YampayInka” is the latest video; Ganza is the broader introduction.
Sources
- The New Times – Kivumbi King on second album Ganza
- KT Press – Hope Azeda made me the artiste I am today
- AllAfrica – Installation EP
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