Rwanda
Republic of Rwanda
People: Rwandan
Rwanda is located in Eastern Africa and has a population of around 14.1 million. Its capital city is Kigali, and the most widely spoken official language is Kinyarwanda. Rwanda is landlocked, sharing borders with 4 neighbouring countries.
By the numbers, Rwanda is the 77th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.18% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 144th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 536 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Rwanda — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Rwanda |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Kigali |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Eastern Africa |
| Population | 14,104,969 |
| Area | 26,338 km² |
| Currency | Rwandan franc (RWF) Fr |
| Official Languages | Kinyarwanda, English, French |
| Dialling Code | +250 |
| Internet TLD | .rw |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | RW / RWA |
| Borders | Burundi, DR Congo, Tanzania, Uganda |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rwanda
What is the capital and currency of Rwanda?
The capital of Rwanda is Kigali and the currency is the Rwandan franc (RWF), symbol Fr.
What is the capital of Rwanda?
The capital of Rwanda is Kigali.
What currency does Rwanda use?
Rwanda uses the Rwandan franc (RWF, symbol: Fr).
What language do they speak in Rwanda?
The official languages of Rwanda are English and French and Kinyarwanda.
What is the dialling code for Rwanda?
The international dialling code for Rwanda is +250.
What side of the road does Rwanda drive on?
Rwanda drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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