Busogo Population 2026
Busogo has a population of 28,264, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇷🇼 Rwanda, located in Northern Province. Roughly 0.2% of Rwanda's population lives here. It is about 40× smaller than Kigali, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,264
Rank in Rwanda
#27
Coordinates
1.56°S, 29.54°E
~2,221 m elevation · Africa/Kigali
Distance to capital (Kigali)
72 km
45 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Province
Cities near Busogo
FAQ
What is the population of Busogo?
Busogo has a population of 28,264 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Rwanda.
What region is Busogo in?
Busogo is located in Northern Province, Rwanda.
Is Busogo the capital of Rwanda?
No, the capital of Rwanda is Kigali, about 72 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.