Rwanda

Africa · Capital Kigali

Rwanda is a country in Africa. Its capital city is Kigali. It has a population of around 12,301,939 people. The main language is English and the official currency is the Rwandan franc. Rwanda is landlocked, sharing land borders with 4 countries.

Rwanda is a country in Africa. Its capital is Kigali. It has a population of 12,301,939, bordering 4 countries. The official language is English. The official currency is the Rwandan franc.

Where is Rwanda?

Rwanda at a glance

Capital: Kigali
Population: 12.3M
Currency: Rwandan franc
Language: English
Continent: Africa
Coastline: Landlocked

The flag of Rwanda

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Frequently asked questions about Rwanda

What is the capital of Rwanda?

The capital of Rwanda is Kigali.

What continent is Rwanda in?

Rwanda is located in Africa.

What is the population of Rwanda?

Rwanda has a population of approximately 12,301,939 people.

What is the currency of Rwanda?

The official currency of Rwanda is the Rwandan franc.

What language is spoken in Rwanda?

The main language spoken in Rwanda is English.

What is the flag of Rwanda?

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