Fun facts about Bukavu
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Bukavu was originally called 'Rusozi' before the arrival of Europeans.
Bukavu
DR Congo
Bukavu is a city in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), lying at the extreme south-western edge of Lake Kivu, west of Cyangugu in Rwanda, and separated from it by the outlet of the Ruzizi River. It is the capital of the South Kivu Province and as of 2012 it had an estimated population of 806,940.
From the “History” section
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The name Bukavu comes from the transformation of the Mashi word 'bu 'nkafu', meaning 'farm of cows'.
Bukavu
DR Congo
Bukavu is a city in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), lying at the extreme south-western edge of Lake Kivu, west of Cyangugu in Rwanda, and separated from it by the outlet of the Ruzizi River. It is the capital of the South Kivu Province and as of 2012 it had an estimated population of 806,940.
From the “History” section
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Bukavu has over 100 art deco buildings constructed during Belgian colonial rule.
Bukavu
DR Congo
Bukavu is a city in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), lying at the extreme south-western edge of Lake Kivu, west of Cyangugu in Rwanda, and separated from it by the outlet of the Ruzizi River. It is the capital of the South Kivu Province and as of 2012 it had an estimated population of 806,940.
From the “Architecture” section
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Kahuzi-Biéga National Park, a World Heritage Site, is close to Bukavu and is one of two homes of the eastern lowland gorilla.
Bukavu
DR Congo
Bukavu is a city in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), lying at the extreme south-western edge of Lake Kivu, west of Cyangugu in Rwanda, and separated from it by the outlet of the Ruzizi River. It is the capital of the South Kivu Province and as of 2012 it had an estimated population of 806,940.
From the “Parks” section
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Panzi Hospital in Bukavu is known for treating women who survive sexual violence and is directed by Denis Mukwege.
Bukavu
DR Congo
Bukavu is a city in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), lying at the extreme south-western edge of Lake Kivu, west of Cyangugu in Rwanda, and separated from it by the outlet of the Ruzizi River. It is the capital of the South Kivu Province and as of 2012 it had an estimated population of 806,940.
From the “Medical care” section
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