Kayonza Population 2026
Kayonza has a population of 27,059, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇷🇼 Rwanda, located in Eastern Province. Roughly 0.2% of Rwanda's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Kigali, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,059
Rank in Rwanda
#29
Coordinates
1.95°S, 30.52°E
~1,605 m elevation · Africa/Kigali
Distance to capital (Kigali)
51 km
32 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Province
Cities near Kayonza
FAQ
What is the population of Kayonza?
Kayonza has a population of 27,059 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in Rwanda.
What region is Kayonza in?
Kayonza is located in Eastern Province, Rwanda.
Is Kayonza the capital of Rwanda?
No, the capital of Rwanda is Kigali, about 51 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.