Rwanda

Republic of Rwanda

"A landlocked East African country known for its mountain gorillas, genocide recovery, and progressive policies."

Eastern Africa
UN Member
Commonwealth
African Union

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Presidential Republic

Capital City

Kigali

-1.95°, 30.06°

Official Languages

English, French, Kinyarwanda

Population

13.95M

Total Area

26.34K km²

Population Density

529.82 people per km²

Currency

Rwandan franc

Fr

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

right

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#76
13,954,471

Population+2.2%

2023
#143
67.78

Life Expectancy

2023
#124
17.9%

Urban Population

2023
#38
3.70

Fertility Rate

2023
#163
34.2%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#140
$14.10B

GDP+8.2%

2023
#171
$1.01K

GDP per Capita

2023
#43
1.8%

Inflation

2024
#155
12%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#142
43.7

Gini Index

2016

Frequently Asked Questions About Rwanda

What is the capital of Rwanda?

Rwanda's capital city is Kigali.

What is the population of Rwanda?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Rwanda is approximately 13.95M people. This makes it the 76th most populous country out of 193 states.

How large is Rwanda?

Rwanda spans a total area of approximately 26,338 square kilometers (10,169.15 square miles).

Which continent is Rwanda in?

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

What is the GDP of Rwanda?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Rwanda is approximately $14.1B USD. This ranks Rwanda as the 140th 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.