Nyanza Population 2026
Nyanza has a population of 32,016, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇷🇼 Rwanda, located in Southern Province. Roughly 0.2% of Rwanda's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than Kigali, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,016
Rank in Rwanda
#21
Coordinates
2.35°S, 29.75°E
~1,792 m elevation · Africa/Kigali
Distance to capital (Kigali)
56 km
35 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Southern Province
Cities near Nyanza
FAQ
What is the population of Nyanza?
Nyanza has a population of 32,016 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Rwanda.
What region is Nyanza in?
Nyanza is located in Southern Province, Rwanda.
Is Nyanza the capital of Rwanda?
No, the capital of Rwanda is Kigali, about 56 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.