On the Thursday before the last one of each month, something electric happens at Norrsken House. Musicians tune their instruments, poets rehearse verses under their breath, and the scent of coffee lingers in the air. The chairs fill up slowly, then all at once, with an audience made up of creatives, tech professionals, and curious newcomers.
There’s anticipation in the room, not just to watch, but to connect. This is Thursday Fusion, the flagship event of Nexxus Point, a cultural startup that is quietly reshaping Kigali’s art scene.
Founded in 2024 by three artists, Babu Joe, Ganza Moïse, and Nasser Makara, Nexxus Point was born out of a shared desire to bridge the gap between artistic talent and economic opportunity.
“We knew the value of what we do as artists,” says Ganza, a writer and filmmaker. “But there was an economic gap. Nexxus Point is about connecting the creative sector with the corporate world, about making expression sustainable.”
Building more than events
From stand-up comedy and poetry to traditional dance and visual art, Nexxus Point has created a space where the city’s many creative expressions converge. Their venue of choice, Norrsken House, is no coincidence.
“The Norrsken community is open to experimenting,” Ganza explains. “Maybe it’s the startup culture, or the fact that the audience is young and dynamic. It’s the perfect place to try out new forms of art and performance.”
That openness shows in the audience, too. Gaël Hirwa, a regular attendee and software engineer, discovered Nexxus at its very first event. “What I love is that you never know what’s coming next,” he says. “Each month, it’s something different.” That ever-changing energy is exactly what draws performers like Andersonne.
More than a stage
One of the artists who has performed at Thursday Fusion is Andersonne, an artist, storyteller, and creative connector. She moves through music, poetry, and performance, and describes her work as being “rooted in creating spaces where people can feel, reflect, and connect.
” She says, “Thursday Fusion is the most coziest, intimate, freeing experience for me. From the laughter of comedy to the traditional sounds and dances, I just feel at home and safe, and that is a priceless feeling.”
That feeling of safety and warmth reflects what many artists and attendees describe as the soul of Thursday Fusion. She sees Thursday Fusion as more than a recurring event.
“It’s more than a stage, it’s a platform that nurtures artistic growth, experimentation, and community,” she explains. The platform is intentionally welcoming to both new and seasoned performers. “For emerging artists, it’s a safe space to debut new work or find their voice through Open Mic,” she says. “For more established performers, it’s a reminder of why we create, to share, to inspire, and to build bridges.”
The consistency and variety are part of what keeps it alive. “The consistency of Thursday Fusion makes it a heartbeat in the creative ecosystem here,” she adds. “And the fact that it welcomes such a diverse mix of talents, from music, dance, theater, and more, keeps the energy fresh and inspiring.
It’s one of those rare platforms where you can perform one Fusion, attend the next one, and leave feeling artistically full either way.”
A year of growth
Behind the scenes, sustaining that kind of consistency has taken real work. Nexxus Point has now produced twelve Thursday Fusions, a stand-up comedy series, and a visual art installation. The journey hasn’t been easy. “It’s been a rollercoaster,” Ganza admits. “The hardest part has been finding rhythm, how to sustain and produce consistently while having other obligations.”
Still, he is optimistic about what’s ahead. “You’ll be seeing more collaborations, more bold ideas,” he says. “Even bigger events, in scale and ambition.”
Kigali’s creative pulse
Whether you come to perform or simply to be inspired, Thursday Fusion has become one of those rare spaces where creativity is truly lived. “Thursday Fusion is a precious jewel down in the dirt,” says Gaël. “I’d recommend it to any emerging artist, it’s where the audience really consumes your art.” “It’s one of those rare platforms where you can perform one Fusion, attend the next one, and leave feeling artistically full either way,” echoes Andersonne.
Nexxus Point is still growing, shifting, adapting, and daring to dream bigger. At its core, it remains what it set out to be: a space where art is not just seen, it is felt. A place where emerging voices are amplified and where Kigali’s creative spirit finds a home.
