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Kayonza District

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Kayonza is a district (akarere) located in Eastern Province, Rwanda. Its capital is Mukarange.The population of Kayonza District is projected to 457,156 people in 2022, living in 12 sectors (imirenge): Gahini, Kabare, Kabarondo, Mukarange, Murama, Murundi, Mwiri, Ndego, Nyamirama, Rukara, Ruramira and Rwinkwavu., and 50 cells and 421 Villages (Imidugudu).[2]

CountryRwanda
CapitalMukarange
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Kayonza District
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Shown within Eastern Province and Rwanda
CountryRwanda
ProvinceEastern
CapitalMukarange
Area
 • District
1,937 km2 (748 sq mi)
Population
 (2022 census)[1]
 • District
457,156
 • Density236.0/km2 (611.3/sq mi)
 • Urban
65,071
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Akagera National Park

Kayonza is the home of Akagera National Park, a popular tourist destination for safaris.[3] Since the import of seven lions in 2015, from the Phinda Game Reserve and Tembe Elephant Park, in South Africa, Akagera is home to all of the 'Big Five' animals.[4] As of 2019, there are around 25 lions.[5]

Healthcare Facilities

  • NARADA MEDICAL CLINIC
  • GAHINI HOSPITAL
  • RWINKWAVU Hospital
  • Health Centers

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