Rwanda (officially Republic of Rwanda) is an independent country located in Eastern Africa, Africa. With a population of 14,104,969 people, it ranks #77 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 26,338 km² (#150 globally), with a population density of 536 people per km². The capital city is Kigali. The official languages are English, French, Kinyarwanda.
Key Facts
Population
14,104,969
#77 world ranking
Area
26,338 km²
#150 world ranking
Population Density
536/km²
Capital
Kigali
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+02:00
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
4
neighboring countries
Languages
- English— see all countries
- French— see all countries
- Kinyarwanda— see all countries
Currency
- Rwandan franc (Fr)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (4)
DR Congo
Tanzania
Uganda
BurundiCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Rwanda?
The capital of Rwanda is Kigali.
What is the population of Rwanda?
Rwanda has a population of 14,104,969 people, ranking #77 in the world by population.
How big is Rwanda?
Rwanda covers an area of 26,338 km², ranking #150 in the world by area. The population density is 536 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Rwanda?
The official languages of Rwanda are: English, French, Kinyarwanda.
What is the currency of Rwanda?
The currency of Rwanda is Rwandan franc (Fr).
What countries border Rwanda?
Rwanda shares borders with 4 countries: DR Congo, Tanzania, Uganda, Burundi.