Macuba Population 2026
Macuba has a population of 33,319, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇷🇼 Rwanda, located in Western Province. Roughly 0.2% of Rwanda's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than Kigali, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,319
Rank in Rwanda
#19
Coordinates
2.29°S, 29.19°E
~1,613 m elevation · Africa/Kigali
Distance to capital (Kigali)
104 km
65 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Province
Cities near Macuba
FAQ
What is the population of Macuba?
Macuba has a population of 33,319 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Rwanda.
What region is Macuba in?
Macuba is located in Western Province, Rwanda.
Is Macuba the capital of Rwanda?
No, the capital of Rwanda is Kigali, about 104 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.