General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Kigali |
| Country | Rwanda |
| Currency | Rwandan franc |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 52% |
| Gdp | $10.33 billion |
| Size | 26,338 km² |
| Population | 13,201,243 |
| Population density | 501.25/km² |
| Kids per female | 4.17 |
| City population | 24.9% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 17∘C |
| Summer | 22∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Kinyarwanda |
| Population able to read | 70.4% |
| Population with a college degree | 11.1% |
| Population able to speak english | 2.1% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 43 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 4.3/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | RwandAir |
| Main airport | Kigali International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $2 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $2 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $200/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $5/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 15% |
| Vat | 18% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $2500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 4.98/MBits |
| Tld | .rw |
| Free wifi | 6/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 43.4% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 85% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type E, Type F |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Jumia |
| Supermarket | Simba Supermarkets |
| Pharmacy | Pharmacie Nouvelle |
| Drugstore | NA |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 11 pm |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 5/10 |
| Bars | 6/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 4/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 6/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Isombe | A stew made with cassava leaves, beef, and vegetables | 5-10 |
| Ibihaza | A type of fried plantain | 2-5 |
| Umutsima | A type of flatbread | 1-3 |
| Igisafura | A type of grilled meat | 10-15 |
| Inyama y’inkoko | A type of chicken dish | 5-10 |
| Ibiharage | A type of potato dish | 3-5 |
| Amasaka | A type of banana dish | 2-5 |
| Ikinyobwa | A type of fruit salad | 3-5 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Urwagwa | A traditional Rwandan beer made from bananas or sorghum | $1-2 |
| Ikigage | A distilled spirit made from sorghum or cassava | $2-3 |
| Agashya | A non-alcoholic beverage made from fermented milk | $1-2 |
| Umuneke | A traditional Rwandan porridge made from bananas or sorghum | $1-2 |
| Ibirayi | A traditional Rwandan tea made from lemongrass or ginger | $1-2 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Agaseke Basket | Woven baskets made from sisal or papyrus | $10-$50 |
| Imigongo Cow Dung Art | Intricate paintings made from cow dung | $20-$100 |
| Gorilla Figurine | Carved wooden or ceramic figurines of mountain gorillas | $15-$50 |
| Kitenge Fabric | Colorful printed fabric used for clothing and home decor | $5-$20 per meter |
| Rwandan Coffee | High-quality coffee beans grown in the volcanic soil of Rwanda | $10-$30 per bag |
| Urwagwa Pottery | Traditional pottery with geometric patterns | $20-$100 |
| Agaseke Paper | Handmade paper made from banana leaves | $10-$20 per sheet |
| Rwandan Tea | Aromatic tea grown in the lush hills of Rwanda | $5-$15 per box |
| Intore Dance Masks | Intricate masks used in traditional Intore dances | $50-$200 |
| Rwandan Jewelry | Handmade jewelry made from beads, wire, and other materials | $10-$50 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Liberation Day | February 4 | Commemorates the end of the Rwandan Genocide |
| International Women’s Day | March 8 | Celebrates the achievements of women |
| Good Friday | Variable | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | Variable | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Ascension Day | Variable | Commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven |
| Pentecost | Variable | Celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles |
| Independence Day | July 1 | Commemorates the independence of Rwanda from Belgium |
| Assumption Day | August 15 | Celebrates the assumption of Mary into heaven |
| All Saints’ Day | November 1 | Celebrates all the saints of the Catholic Church |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | The New Times |
| Online news | Igihe |
| Tv | Rwanda Television |
| Radio | Radio Rwanda |