Gitesi Population 2026
Gitesi has a population of 24,859, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇷🇼 Rwanda, located in Western Province. Roughly 0.2% of Rwanda's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Kigali, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,859
Rank in Rwanda
#32
Coordinates
2.11°S, 29.40°E
~1,869 m elevation · Africa/Kigali
Distance to capital (Kigali)
75 km
47 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Province
Cities near Gitesi
FAQ
What is the population of Gitesi?
Gitesi has a population of 24,859 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in Rwanda.
What region is Gitesi in?
Gitesi is located in Western Province, Rwanda.
Is Gitesi the capital of Rwanda?
No, the capital of Rwanda is Kigali, about 75 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.