Current Date And Time In Southern Province, Rwanda
Sunday, 12 July 2026
04:11:56 CAT
Capital: Nyanza
Currency: Rwandan Franc (RWF)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 2,907,000
Area: 6,118.00 km²
State Code: 02
Explore complete geographic and administrative data about Southern Province, a state or region of Rwanda in Africa. Find GPS coordinates, time zone, currency, dialing code, TLD domain, elevation and the live local date & time for Southern Province — all in one place for quick reference, business planning and location intelligence.
Key Benefits: Location intelligence for market research • Real-time local date & time for global scheduling • Currency data for financial planning • GPS coordinates for logistics & route planning • Dialing code for telecom setup • State-level data for strategic decision-making
| Category | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| State | ||
| Full Name | Southern Province | |
| Native Name | Intara y'Amajyepfo | |
| State Capital | Nyanza | |
| State Code | 02 | |
| Total Districts | 8 | |
| Country | Rwanda | |
| Continent | Africa | |
| Population | ||
| Total Population | 2,907,000 | |
| Percentage In World Population | 0.0357% | |
| Percentage In Rwanda Population | 20.35% | |
| Density per km2 | 487.52 | |
| Area | ||
| Area in km2 | 6,118.00 | |
| Area in mi2 | 2,362.17 | |
| Area Rank in Country | Rank #2 | |
| Percentage of Rwanda Area | 23.23% | |
| Currency | ||
| Name | Rwandan Franc | |
| Code ISO-4217 | RWF | |
| Symbol | Fr | |
| Dialing Code | ||
| Country Calling Code | +250 | |
| International Exit Prefix | 00 | |
| Internet Top-Level Domain (TLD) | ||
| Domain | .rw | |
| Elevation | ||
| In Meter | 2,106 | |
| In Feet | 6,910 | |
| GPS Coordinates | ||
| Latitude | -2.55 | |
| Longitude | 29.6 | |
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 2.555° S 29.604° E | |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 2° 33' 17" S 29° 36' 13" E | |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 2° 33.28' S 29° 36.21' E | |
| Time Zone | ||
| UTC Offset | +02:00 | |
| Daylight Saving Time (DST) | No Daylight Saving Time, same UTC offset for all year |
Below is a list of the largest cities and urban centers in Southern Province, sorted by total population. Each city profile features dynamic geographical data, GPS coordinates and population metrics, providing location intelligence and regional intelligence data for logistics planning, route optimization and business market research within Rwanda.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gitarama | 87,613 | 2.074° S | 29.757° E |
| Muhanga | 82,797 | 2.023° S | 29.707° E |
| Butare | 62,823 | 2.597° S | 29.739° E |
| Nzega | 33,832 | 2.479° S | 29.556° E |
| Nyanza | 32,016 | 2.352° S | 29.751° E |
| Ruhango | 21,478 | 2.225° S | 29.791° E |
| Gikongoro | 21,029 | 2.464° S | 29.574° E |
| Mugina | 18,586 | 2.106° S | 29.942° E |
| Kamuhanda / Ruyenzi | 16,369 | 1.966° S | 29.985° E |
| Eglise Catholique, Centrale GIKO | 3,000 | 1.937° S | 29.806° E |
Southern Province is an administrative region of Rwanda, located in Africa. It forms a key geographic and administrative unit within Rwanda's national structure. Business professionals, travel planners, logistics teams and location analysts rely on data from Southern Province for market research, site selection, supply chain optimization and strategic decision-making. › Explore all states of Rwanda
Precise GPS coordinates of Southern Province enable accurate mapping for logistics planning, delivery route optimization and supply chain management. The geographic position of Southern Province within Rwanda plays a vital role in regional connectivity, transportation infrastructure and proximity analysis for businesses entering Africa markets. › View Southern Province on map
Understanding the local time zone of Southern Province is essential for scheduling international calls, coordinating cross-border operations and planning virtual business meetings. The UTC offset for this region directly affects trading hours, financial transactions and real-time communications with global teams operating across different time zones. › Compare country time zones
The official currency used in Southern Province is Rwandan franc (RWF). Accurate currency data is critical for financial planning, international trade, foreign exchange operations and travel expense budgeting. Businesses expanding into Rwanda need this information for pricing strategies, payment processing and cross-border financial reporting. › Browse all country currencies
The international dialing code and phone prefix for Southern Province are essential for businesses setting up customer service lines, call centers and international communication networks. Telecommunications professionals rely on accurate dialing data for VoIP configuration, PBX systems and remote workforce management across Rwanda. › View all country calling codes
Southern Province is one of the administrative divisions that shapes the geographic identity of Rwanda in Africa. Professionals in location intelligence, regional planning and demographic analysis use state-level data to drive informed decisions — from elevation and GPS data to time zone alignment and internet domain details. › Nearby states | Cities in Southern Province
As of the latest data, Southern Province has a population of approximately 2,907,000 people. This represents approximately 20.35% of Rwanda's total population. The population density is 487.52 people per km². For more detailed population statistics, explore our comprehensive database.
Southern Province covers an area of approximately 6,118.00 square kilometers (2,362.17 square miles). This is about 23.23% of Rwanda's total area. For comparative analysis of country and region sizes, explore our geographic database.
The capital city of Southern Province is Nyanza. It serves as the administrative and political centre of the region within Rwanda. The national capital of Rwanda is Kigali.
Southern Province follows the +02:00 timezone — the same as its parent country Rwanda. Understanding timezone differences is crucial for international business operations and coordinating with partners across regions.
The currency used in Southern Province is the Rwandan franc (RWF), represented by the symbol Fr — the official currency of Rwanda. For exchange rates and conversion tools, visit our international currency database.
