Rumonge Province facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rumonge Province
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| Country |  Burundi |
| Capital | Rumonge |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,079.72 km2 (416.88 sq mi) |
| Population
(2008 census)
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| • Total | 352,026 |
| • Density | 326.0345/km2 (844.426/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (CAT) |
Rumonge Province is one of the 18 provinces in the country of Burundi. A province is like a large region or state within a country. The main city and capital of this province is also called Rumonge.
This province was created on March 26, 2015. Rumonge Province is located right on the edge of Lake Tanganyika. This is a very large and famous lake in Africa! The province is also home to two important nature areas: the Rumonge Nature Reserve and the Kigwena Nature Reserve. These places help protect local plants and animals.
Areas within Rumonge Province
Rumonge Province is divided into smaller areas called communes. Think of communes as smaller districts or towns within the province. Each commune has its own local government.
Here are the communes that make up Rumonge Province:
- Commune of Bugarama
- Commune of Burambi
- Commune of Buyengero
- Commune of Muhuta
- Commune of Rumonge
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de Rumonge para niños
