From five voices in Gasave to a 130-member ministry at ADEPR Nyarugenge, Hoziana’s story is one of faith kept in harmony.
Roots since1968Kigali
Where the song began
Five voices. One calling.
In 1968, Rev. Kayihura Jacob formed a five-person singing group in Gasave, Kigali.
The group included his wife, their two daughters and evangelist Mbuzukongira Gaspard. Their ministry grew from a simple conviction: the gospel could be carried through song.
In 1978, singers from Nyakabanda and Gikondo continued the ministry at Nyarugenge. First known as Kigali Choir, the group soon became Hoziana Choir—the name generations of worshippers know today.
Heritage held in every generationHoziana Choir today · ADEPR Nyarugenge
The journey
Milestones in a living ministry.
Hoziana has adapted its sound across decades without changing its message: Jesus Christ proclaimed through worship and service.
1968
Gasave beginnings
Rev. Kayihura Jacob gathers a five-person singing group in Kigali.
1978
Hoziana at Nyarugenge
The Nyarugenge group, first called Kigali Choir, takes the Hoziana name.
1980s
A recorded legacy
The choir’s first album, Maranatha, opens a new chapter in its musical ministry.
2024
Worship and service
Dufite Ibihamya is released, while outreach continues in communities beyond the platform.
Today
130 committed voices
Many generations continue to sing, mentor young musicians and share the gospel from Kigali.
What guides us
Faith made audible. Love made visible.
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Faith
Scripture, prayer and the good news of Jesus are the source of every song.
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Harmony
Different voices become one sound across ages, backgrounds and generations.
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Excellence
Preparation and craft are offered with care because the message matters.
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Service
Ministry reaches beyond music through practical care and community outreach.
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Integrity
The life behind the song is shaped by honesty, responsibility and faithful witness.
Servant leadership
People caring for the calling.
The current committee serves the spiritual, musical, social and practical life of the choir.
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Léa Mukandangizi
President
EH02
Emmanuel Harerimana
First Vice President
BM03
Bonfils Mutabazi
Second Vice President · Music
EN04
Elysée Niyonzima
Secretary
PM05
Pascasie Mukangarambe
Social adviser
AK06
André Kajabika
Prayer adviser
CU07
Chantal Uwimana
Discipline adviser
RN08
Rose Niringiyimana
Auditor
RN09
Rose Niyikiza
Auditor
AN10
Adolphe Ngorore
Development adviser
History checked against Hoziana’s official record and independent academic research.
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