Gitega Province facts for kids
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Gitega Province
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View of Mushasha suburb in Gitega
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Map showing location of Gitega Province in Burundi
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| Country |  Burundi |
| Capital | Gitega |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,978.96 km2 (764.08 sq mi) |
| Population
(2019 census)
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| • Total | 1,002,000 |
| • Density | 506.33/km2 (1,311.4/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01 (CET) |
| Communes | 11 |
Gitega is one of the 18 provinces in the country of Burundi. A province is like a large region or state within a country. Its main city, also called Gitega, is very important. In fact, Gitega city is the national capital of Burundi!
This province is home to the Burundi National Museum. This museum helps people learn about the history and culture of Burundi. It's a great place to discover ancient artifacts and traditional items.
Gitega's Communes
Gitega Province is split into smaller areas called communes. Think of communes as local districts or towns within the province. There are 11 communes in Gitega Province. Each commune has its own local government.
List of Communes
Here are the 11 communes that make up Gitega Province:
- Commune of Bugendana
- Commune of Bukirasazi
- Commune of Buraza
- Commune of Giheta
- Commune of Gishubi
- Commune of Gitega
- Commune of Itaba
- Commune of Makebuko
- Commune of Mutaho
- Commune of Nyanrusange
- Commune of Ryansoro
Geography and People
Gitega Province covers an area of about 1,979 square kilometers (764 square miles). This makes it one of the larger provinces in Burundi. In 2019, over 1 million people lived in Gitega Province. This means it's a busy and important part of the country.
The province is located in the central part of Burundi. Its location makes it a key area for transportation and trade. The climate is generally mild, which is good for farming. Many people in Gitega Province work in agriculture.
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