Bukavu, South Kivu

DRC

Regional capital2.4908° S, 28.8428° E

Found in South Kivu, DRC, Bukavu is a regional capital. It has a population of 816,811.

Population816,811

ProvinceSouth Kivu

Coordinates2.4908° S, 28.8428° E

CountryDRC

Rank in DRC#6 of 37,231

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About Bukavu

Bukavu is located at coordinates 2.49° S, 28.84° E, in the Southern Hemisphere. It belongs to the South Kivu administrative division of DRC.

Bukavu is the #6 largest locality in DRC by population, with 816,811 people.

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Cities in South Kivu

Bukavu is located in the South Kivu province of DRC. Other cities in the region include Uvira, Kabare, Kilambo. Bukavu has 816,811 inhabitants.

Uvira407,092 Kabare37,034 Kilambo Kyugama Katshiri Nyombo Tshabarabi Bukulungu Busulira Kisasa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bukavu?

Bukavu has a population of 816,811. It ranks #6 in DRC by population.

What province or state is Bukavu in?

Bukavu is located in South Kivu, DRC.

Where is Bukavu located?

Bukavu is located at coordinates 2.49° S, 28.84° E in South Kivu, DRC.

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