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Rwanda
Land of a Thousand Hills
Overview
The "Land of a Thousand Hills," a remarkable story of recovery and transformation after the 1994 genocide, now one of Africa's cleanest, safest, and fastest-growing nations.
Geographic Context
Region
Africa
Subregion
Eastern Africa
Land Area
26,338 km²
Capital
Kigali
Languages
English, French, Kinyarwanda
Currencies
Rwandan franc (Fr)
At a Glance
27
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
44
Freedom
17
Security
19
Life Expectancy
67.5 yrs
Median Age
19.4 yrs
Urbanization
18%
Cost Index
27
Housing Index
17
Healthcare Access
53/100
Climate
Average Temperature
19.2°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Rwamagana 20.7°C
2 Kibungo 20.7°C
3 Butare 20.5°C
4 Kibuye 20°C
5 Gitarama 19.8°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 27
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 17
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 30.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 21/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 29/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 62 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 14
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 1.27% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 46 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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