Republic of Rwanda is located in the center of the African Continent, with a population of 11,055,976, making it the 74th
largest national population. Its capital and largest city is Kigali with a total population of 365,200. The country
encompasses 26,338 square kilometers making it the 147th largest country in total area. It shares boundaries with
Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi and Republic of the Congo.
President Paul Kagame is recognized as the Chief of State and achieves that status through popular vote and holds that
position for seven years and is eligible for second term. Prime Minister Bernard Makuza is recognized as the Head of
Government and achieves that status when appointment by the President and can hold that position for seven years. Its
form of government is a republic and they celebrate the creation of their Constitution on 4th of June 2003.
The languages commonly or officially spoken are Kinyarwanda, universal Banta vernacular, French, English and
Kiswahili. It counts among its major religions Roman Catholic, Protestant, Adventist, Muslim, indigenous beliefs and no
religion. As sources of mass communication it has 8 FM, 1 Short Wave and 2 Television stations.
Major geographical features are Volcan Karisimbi, its highest point at 4,519 meters and Rusizi River, its lowest point at
950 meters. Its principal waterway is Lac Kivu, which is navigable by barges and native craft and measures
approximately 200 kilometers.
Major industries providing for the bulk of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP) are cement, agricultural processing,
small-scale beverages, soap, furniture, shoes, plastic goods, textiles and cigarettes. Its official currency is Rwandan
Franc.
Here’s something you may not know about Rwanda. Rwanda has three national parks dedicated to protection of
Mountain Gorillas, Chimpanzees, 14 species of primates and 86 species of mammal.
largest national population. Its capital and largest city is Kigali with a total population of 365,200. The country
encompasses 26,338 square kilometers making it the 147th largest country in total area. It shares boundaries with
Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi and Republic of the Congo.
President Paul Kagame is recognized as the Chief of State and achieves that status through popular vote and holds that
position for seven years and is eligible for second term. Prime Minister Bernard Makuza is recognized as the Head of
Government and achieves that status when appointment by the President and can hold that position for seven years. Its
form of government is a republic and they celebrate the creation of their Constitution on 4th of June 2003.
The languages commonly or officially spoken are Kinyarwanda, universal Banta vernacular, French, English and
Kiswahili. It counts among its major religions Roman Catholic, Protestant, Adventist, Muslim, indigenous beliefs and no
religion. As sources of mass communication it has 8 FM, 1 Short Wave and 2 Television stations.
Major geographical features are Volcan Karisimbi, its highest point at 4,519 meters and Rusizi River, its lowest point at
950 meters. Its principal waterway is Lac Kivu, which is navigable by barges and native craft and measures
approximately 200 kilometers.
Major industries providing for the bulk of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP) are cement, agricultural processing,
small-scale beverages, soap, furniture, shoes, plastic goods, textiles and cigarettes. Its official currency is Rwandan
Franc.
Here’s something you may not know about Rwanda. Rwanda has three national parks dedicated to protection of
Mountain Gorillas, Chimpanzees, 14 species of primates and 86 species of mammal.
| Baby Gorilla |
| Gorilla |
| Rwanda countryside |
| Kigali- Rwanda's capital and largest city |
| Lake Kivu- Rwanda's principle waterway |
| Mountain Gorilla in Rwanda |
| Terrace coffee farming in Rwanda |
| Rwandan boys |
| Murchison Falls of the Kagera River on Rwanda's border with Uganda |
Rwanda is a very pretty place mostly because of their picturesque countryside and as you saw that they have
gorillas... which we love! Click the link above to learn more about the Rwanda primates and maybe it could
be your next vacation .If you take a good look at the picture of the lake you would probably guess that it was
their waterway. My dad is involved with Project Rwanda which is bringing the Coffee Bike to Rwanda's
farmers. Click the link on the left to find out how you can help. They are still getting over a really horrible war
and they also suffer from AIDS and poverty. But we can help. Go and visit.
gorillas... which we love! Click the link above to learn more about the Rwanda primates and maybe it could
be your next vacation .If you take a good look at the picture of the lake you would probably guess that it was
their waterway. My dad is involved with Project Rwanda which is bringing the Coffee Bike to Rwanda's
farmers. Click the link on the left to find out how you can help. They are still getting over a really horrible war
and they also suffer from AIDS and poverty. But we can help. Go and visit.
5 Suitcases = Let's Go Now!
4 Suitcases = Put This One On the List
3 Suitcases = May Be Worth Checking Out
2 Suitcases = So Many Other Places To See
1 Suitcase = Well, I'll Go If I Have To
4 Suitcases = Put This One On the List
3 Suitcases = May Be Worth Checking Out
2 Suitcases = So Many Other Places To See
1 Suitcase = Well, I'll Go If I Have To
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| Stunning Rwanda scenery |
| Volcan Karisimbi in the Virungu Mountains along the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo - Rwanda's highest point |
RWANDA
Updated 07/02/10
Updated 07/02/10
| Adult Prevalence Rate: People Living with HIV/AIDS: HIV/AIDS Deaths: |
2.8% (2007 est.)
150,000
7,800
150,000
7,800
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Dad's World Post Report!
Dad's World Post Report!
| Coffee Bikes- the original wooden version and the modern type provided by Project Rwanda |
| Brochettes- a Rwandan dish of Goat Kebabs |
| Elephant in Akagera National Park on Rwanda's border with Tanzania |
| Gahinga and Muhabura Mountains on the Rwanda/ Uganda border |
| Gisenyi Beach on Lake Kivu on Rwanda's border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Rwanda's National Museum in Butare |
| Rusomo Falls on Tanzania's border with Rwanda |
| Kanyaru River on Rwanda's border with Burundi |
| Rwanda tea picker in traditional clothes |
| Cyangugu on Lake Kivu- Rwanda's westernmost point on the border with Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Kagitumba- Rwanda's northernmost point on the border with Uganda |
| Runyombyi- Rwanda's southernmost point on the border with Burundi |
| Rwanda Highlands near Lac Mpanga- Rwanda's easternmost point on the border with Tanzania |
