Kigali (Kinyarwanda pronunciation: [ki.ɡɑ́.ɾi]), officially the City of Kigali also known as Kigali City (abbreviated as KGL or CoK), is the capital, largest city, and a province-level administrative unit of …

Rwanda, landlocked country lying south of the Equator in east-central Africa. Known for its breathtaking scenery, Rwanda is often referred to as le pays des mille collines (French: “land of a thousand hills”). …

Inhabited since the 11th-century, what is now Kigali has been the home of Twas, Tutsis and Hutus. The city sits on a series of verdant ridges and lush valleys, and has a Muslim Quarter and a bustling market.

Ideally positioned in the centre of Rwanda, Kigali extends across several hills and valleys, with good road links to the rest of the country. The verdant capital city is pleasantly low key yet dynamic and …

The City of Kigali is composed of three Districts namely Gasabo, Kicukiro and Nyarugenge. Gasabo is the largest district by geographical area at 429.3km2, followed by Kicukiro (166.7km2) and …

Most tourists skip through Kigali on their way to go gorilla trekking in other parts of Rwanda or nearby Uganda, but if you have the time, Kigali is an incredible, vibrant, and beautiful city...

Kigali is relatively safe and friendly as far as African capitals go. Keep your eyes open and your wallet out of the reach of pickpockets, especially in crowded areas.

Nov 27, 2025 · Kigali, while not yet Nairobi, Dar es Salaam, or Kampala, is still slowly becoming an East African capital to reckon with. This vibrant city is no longer sleepy, as restaurants, bars, galleries, …

In this comprehensive 2025 guide, every question about visiting Kigali is answered: how to plan (visas, health, packing), when to go (dry vs rainy seasons), and what to do (genocide memorials, art …

Kigali city is a political and commercial life city, and the city dominates Rwanda. The city is developing fast, and is very much a showpiece capital designed to impress visitors from the humble tourist to …