Geography
Rwanda is in Eastern Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are -2, 30; it has Burundi, DR Congo, Tanzania, Uganda.
Neighboring countries: Burundi, DR Congo, Tanzania, Uganda
Africa
Rwanda
Rwanda is a country in Eastern Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Kigali
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Eastern Africa
- Population
- 14.1 million
- Area
- 26,338 km²
- Currency
- Rwandan franc (RWF)
- Official language
- English, French, Kinyarwanda
- Calling code
- +250
- Internet TLD
- .rw
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
Rwanda map preview: -2.00, 30.00
People and Culture
Rwanda uses English, French, Kinyarwanda in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Rwanda varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Rwanda is recorded with the official name Republic of Rwanda. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Kigali
- Eastern Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Kigali
- Time zone data: UTC+02:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Rwanda is grouped under Africa.
- Rwanda has a listed area of 26,338 km².
- Rwanda is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Rwanda
What is the capital of Rwanda?
The capital of Rwanda is Kigali.
What continent is Rwanda in?
Rwanda is in Africa.
What currency does Rwanda use?
Rwanda uses the Rwandan franc.
What language is spoken in Rwanda?
English, French, Kinyarwanda is listed for Rwanda in this database.