Facts for Kids

🌍 Rwanda is known as the 'Land of a Thousand Hills' due to its mountainous terrain.

🦍 The country is home to nearly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas.

🇷🇼 Rwanda was the first country in the world to elect a majority female parliament, with women holding over 60% of seats.

🌿 The national park, Volcanoes National Park, is a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for gorilla trekking.

💔 Rwanda underwent a devastating genocide in 1994, resulting in the loss of an estimated 800,000 lives.

🌐 Rwanda is one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa, with a strong focus on technology and innovation.

🚲 The nation has made strides in environmental sustainability, becoming a leader in banning plastic bags.

🌈 The capital city, Kigali, is noted for its cleanliness and vision for urban development.

🏞️ Lake Kivu, one of the Great Lakes of Africa, is located on the border of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

🎨 Rwanda has a rich cultural heritage, with traditional dances and crafts that celebrate its history.