Kigali
East Africa, Rwanda
Rwanda
People from Kigali are called:
Male/General:
Kigalian
Pronunciation:
/kɪˈɡɑːli/
Etymology & Origin
From Kinyarwanda 'Kigali', possibly meaning 'broad' or 'expansive', describing the city's landscape.
About Kigali
- Capital and largest city of Rwanda, known for its cleanliness and safety.
- Fastest-growing city in Africa and model for urban development.
- Major center for technology and innovation in East Africa.
- Site of the Kigali Genocide Memorial commemorating the 1994 genocide.
- Hub for international conferences and regional organizations in the Great Lakes region.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 1,745,555 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Rwanda
- Region:
- East Africa