Rwanda is a country in East Africa, Africa. Its capital is Kigali, with a population of approximately 13.5M and a total area of 26,338 km². The official languages are Kinyarwanda / French / English and the currency is the Rwandan Franc (RWF).
Rwanda covers an area of 26,338 km² with a population density of 513/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $13.3B ($985 per capita) and gained independence in 1962. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.
Rwanda has achieved one of the most remarkable recoveries in history — from the 1994 genocide that killed 800,000 people in 100 days to becoming one of Africa's most stable, clean and fast-growing economies. It now has the world's highest proportion of women in parliament.
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Home to mountain gorilla trekking — one of the world's most extraordinary wildlife experiences
A sobering and essential memorial to the 250,000 victims buried here — a testament to resilience
One of Africa's oldest rainforests — chimpanzees, colobus monkeys and a thrilling canopy walkway
A stunning Great Rift Valley lake shared with DRC — beaches, islands and methane gas beneath the surface
The capital of Rwanda is Kigali.
The official language(s) of Rwanda are Kinyarwanda / French / English.
The population of Rwanda is approximately 13.5M.
Rwanda uses the Rwandan Franc (RWF).
Rwanda is located in Africa, in the East Africa region.
Rwanda has a GDP of $13.3B, with a GDP per capita of $985.
The best time to visit Rwanda is June–September, December–February. The climate is Tropical highland, mild due to altitude.
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