Kamuhanda / Ruyenzi Population 2026
Kamuhanda / Ruyenzi has a population of 16,369, making it the #42 biggest city in 🇷🇼 Rwanda, located in Southern Province. Roughly 0.1% of Rwanda's population lives here. It is about 69× smaller than Kigali, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,369
Rank in Rwanda
#42
Coordinates
1.97°S, 29.98°E
~1,366 m elevation · Africa/Kigali
Distance to capital (Kigali)
8 km
5 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Southern Province
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FAQ
What is the population of Kamuhanda / Ruyenzi?
Kamuhanda / Ruyenzi has a population of 16,369 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #42 biggest city in Rwanda.
What region is Kamuhanda / Ruyenzi in?
Kamuhanda / Ruyenzi is located in Southern Province, Rwanda.
Is Kamuhanda / Ruyenzi the capital of Rwanda?
No, the capital of Rwanda is Kigali, about 8 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.