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Rwanda

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Flag Description
Three horizontal bands of sky blue (top, double width), yellow, and green, with a golden sun with 24 rays near the fly end of the blue band.

Currency
Rwandan franc.

Astronomy
Today's date is May 17, 2008. There is currently a First Quarter Moon.

Location
Central africa, east of democratic republic of the congo.

Climate
Temperate; two rainy seasons (february to april, november to january); mild in mountains with frost and snow possible.

Terrain
Mostly grassy uplands and hills; relief is mountainous with altitude declining from west to east.

Elevation Extremes
The lowest point is at Rusizi River 950 m. The highest point is at Volcan Karisimbi 4,519 m.

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Rwanda

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Rwanda News:
Rwanda official in genocide trial
A Rwandan ex-minister goes on trial for his alleged role in a massacre of Tutsis during the 1994 genocide.
Attacks in Rwanda genocide week
There have been two fatal attacks in Rwanda during a week of mourning for the victims of the genocide, police say.

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