Malaika Uwamahoro

Malaika Uwamahoro (born 2 September 1990; formerly credited as Angel Uwamahoro) is a Rwandan-born actress, poet, singer, and social justice activist. She is known for her stage work in New York, including the one-woman play Miracle in Rwanda, for her role in the film Our Lady of the Nile (2019), and for performing her own poetry on stages around the world. She lives in Portland, Maine. Quotes "Often our stories are told by non-African people..." On telling the story of Immaculée Ilibagiza in Miracle in Rwanda. Malaika Uwamahoro malaikauwamahoro.com "...I am excited to finally invite my community to come to the theater..." On performing in Portland, Maine. Maine actress tells her migration story in touring play's stop in Portland Portland Press Herald (November 4, 2021) "Artist Malaika Uwamahoro on telling triggering topics shunned by the society" (2022) "Artist Malaika Uwamahoro on telling triggering topics shunned by the society", newtimes.co.rw] (January 25, 2022) My messages are mainly about bringing into discussions topics that our societies shy away from but are at the core of issues that we deal with. At times it’s challenging because I have to teach myself new skills. Poetry can be really heavy and being able to carry those emotions and hold them is something I get from my acting skills. I have a lot of content in music and poetry that is waiting for me to make visual content for it. If anybody is out there and wants to make their own content with big ideas, keep that dream but also scale it down to make it possible with what you have. It took some time but it’s because it required a huge set. This is an atrocity that happens and my hope is the piece pulls people in to be witnesses of what they are denying. When I find it hard to write or create, it’s often a sign to take a break and be with family and friends, but to also move in your body by doing some exercises. Sometimes, you need to completely take a break from creating and watch other people do their arts and allow yourself the time to get inspired from that. Stay true to yourself and work hard to become the person you dream to be. I am not going to say it’s easy but it’s definitely worth it when you love it and when you know what you are capable of and willing to go through thick and thin to make sure that what you envision for yourself becomes true. Create a work ethic that makes you stand out from people who just consider art as a hobby. However, as Rwandans, we need to realise that there is more that we can do to contribute to the life of an artiste. Stay true to yourself and work hard to become the person you dream to be. Rwanda: Artist Malaika Uwamahoro on telling triggering topics shunned by the society The Voice African News Magazine (September 22, 2026) If anybody is out there and wants to make their own content with big ideas, keep that dream but also scale it down to make it possible with what you have. Rwanda: Artist Malaika Uwamahoro on telling triggering topics shunned by the society The Voice African News Magazine (September 22, 2026) Create a work ethic that makes you stand out from people who just consider art as a hobby. Rwanda: Artist Malaika Uwamahoro on telling triggering topics shunned by the society The Voice African News Magazine (September 22, 2026) Make what you love work for you, your career and those around you. Rwanda: Artist Malaika Uwamahoro on telling triggering topics shunned by the society The Voice African News Magazine (September 22, 2026) One of the things that has always pushed me to do so is the inaccuracy when others tell our stories. Exploring Rwanda’s history through poetry: A look at Malaika Uwamahoro’s debut album the new times (September 22, 2026) It is evidence of truth in the face of Genocide denial, a preservation of history, and a celebration of creativity and the transformable powers of art. Exploring Rwanda’s history through poetry: A look at Malaika Uwamahoro’s debut album the new times (September 22, 2026) It is a hard career path. I am not going to say it’s easy but it’s definitely worth it when you love it. Rwanda: Artist Malaika Uwamahoro on telling triggering topics shunned by the society The Voice African News Magazine (September 22, 2026) You have to know what you are capable of and willing to go through thick and thin to make sure that what you envision for yourself becomes true. Rwanda: Artist Malaika Uwamahoro on telling triggering topics shunned by the society The Voice African News Magazine (September 22, 2026) It’s really cool to cross the different skills I have in different fields and be able to use those strengths to better tell a message. Rwanda: Artist Malaika Uwamahoro on telling triggering topics shunned by the society The Voice African News Magazine (September 22, 2026) When I find it hard to write or create, it’s often a sign to take a break and be with family and friends, but to also move in your body by doing some exercises. Rwanda: Artist Malaika Uwamahoro on telling triggering topics shunned by the society The Voice African News Magazine (September 22, 2026) Sometimes, you need to completely take a break from creating and watch other people do their arts and allow yourself the time to get inspired from that. Rwanda: Artist Malaika Uwamahoro on telling triggering topics shunned by the society The Voice African News Magazine (September 22, 2026) External links Category:Women from Rwanda Category:Actresses Category:Poets Category:1990 births Category:Living people