All documented names
A searchable directory of place names contributed by the community. Use the filters to narrow by district, neighbourhood, or type of place.
- Kwa conseilleralso: Kuri CSKKabeza · Kicukiro · Person
Former residence of Kabeza Conseiller
Verified · 0 - Ku Munyinyaalso: Ku munyinyaKabeza · Kicukiro · Tree
Refers to the area around an old acacia tree (umunyinya).
Verified · 22 - Kwa Solinaalso: SolinaKimihurura · Gasabo · Landmark
A well-known meeting point in Kimihurura, named after a small shop that has stood here for decades.
Verified · 14 - Kwa Rubanguraalso: RubanguraCBD · Nyarugenge · Building
The Rubangura building — a downtown landmark used as a navigation reference for all of central Kigali.
Verified · 31 - Ku Giti cy'Inyonialso: Giti cy'InyoniNyarugenge Centre · Nyarugenge · Tree
The "bird tree" — a tall jacaranda that draws hundreds of birds at dusk.
Verified · 9 - Kwa Nyirantarengwaalso: NyirantarengwaGisozi · Gasabo · Person
Named after a beloved neighbourhood elder who hosted weekly gatherings in her compound.
Verified · 18 - Ku CyimoGikondo · Kicukiro · Geographic feature
A low-lying area (cyimo = pit/valley) that locals still navigate by, even after recent road works.
Verified · 5 - Kwa MutweKicukiro Centre · Kicukiro · Transport hub
A corner shop and informal stage where minibuses (twegerane) historically picked up passengers headed to town.
Verified · 11 - Mu Kabezaalso: KabezaKabeza · Kicukiro · Neighborhood
A residential pocket known by the hill's old colonial-era nickname.
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