Rwanda location on the Africa map

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This map shows where Rwanda is located on the Africa map.

Rwanda is a landlocked country located in East-Central Africa. It lies just south of the Equator, bordered by Uganda to the north, Tanzania to the east, Burundi to the south, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west.

The country's coordinates are approximately 2°00′S 30°0′E. With an area of 10,169 square miles (26,338 square kilometers), Rwanda is one of Africa's smallest countries. The capital city, Kigali, is situated near the center of the nation.

Rwanda is part of the African Great Lakes region and sits at a high altitude, with mountains in the west and savanna in the east. The country's terrain is predominantly grassy uplands and hills.