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 November 21, 2009. There is currently a New 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 News:
Rwanda seeks rebels' extradition
Rwanda says two rebel leaders arrested in Germany on Tuesday, accused of war crimes, should be sent home to face trial.
Germany arrests top Rwanda rebels
German police arrest two leaders of the Rwandan FDLR militia on suspicion of crimes against humanity in DR Congo.

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