Burundi

Republic of Burundi

"A small East African landlocked country known for its hilly terrain and coffee cultivation."

Eastern Africa
UN Member

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Presidential Republic

Capital City

Gitega

-3.43°, 29.93°

Official Languages

French, Kirundi

Population

13.69M

Total Area

27.83K km²

Population Density

491.82 people per km²

Currency

Burundian franc

Fr

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#77
13,689,450

Population+2.7%

2023
#172
63.65

Life Expectancy

2023
#131
14.8%

Urban Population

2023
#8
4.88

Fertility Rate

2023
#190
11.1%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#165
$2.64B

GDP+2.7%

2023
#192
$193.01

GDP per Capita

2023
#167
20.2%

Inflation

2024
#5
0.9%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#100
37.5

Gini Index

2020

Frequently Asked Questions About Burundi

What is the capital of Burundi?

Burundi's capital city is Gitega.

What is the population of Burundi?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Burundi is approximately 13.69M people. This makes it the 77th most populous country out of 193 states.

How large is Burundi?

Burundi spans a total area of approximately 27,834 square kilometers (10,746.76 square miles).

Which continent is Burundi in?

Burundi is located in Africa, specifically within the Eastern Africa subregion.

What is the GDP of Burundi?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Burundi is approximately $2.64B USD. This ranks Burundi as the 165th largest economy out of 192 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.