Want to learn about Rwanda? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Rwanda
| Capital | Kigali |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Population | 12,950,000 |
| Languages | Kinyarwanda, French, English |
| Currency | Rwandan Franc |
| National symbol | Imigongo |
People in Rwanda often speak Kinyarwanda, French, English.
Fun facts about Rwanda for kids
- Cleanest country in Africa
- Most female parliamentarians globally
- Land of a thousand hills
- Genocide memorial sites
Famous places in Rwanda
- Volcanoes National Park
- Nyungwe Forest
- Lake Kivu
Nature and symbols of Rwanda
- Imigongo
- National sport: Football
Going to Rwanda with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Find Kigali, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇷🇼 so your child can find it when you land.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Volcanoes National Park.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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