Gitega, Political capital in central Burundi.
Located on a central plateau, Gitega spreads across hills and valleys, situated 62 kilometers east of the economic center Bujumbura.
The German colonial administration established Gitega in 1912, during the period when the region formed part of German East Africa.
The National Museum of Gitega holds collections of traditional artifacts, while royal drum sanctuaries near the city maintain connections to Burundian heritage.
Four national roads connect Gitega to other regions, with RN2 leading to Bujumbura, RN15 to Ngozi, RN12 to Karuzi, and RN3 to Lake Tanganyika.
The Polytechnic University of Gitega, established in 2014, provides technical education to students from across the central regions of Burundi.
Location: Gitega Province
Inception: 1912
Elevation above the sea: 1,504 m
GPS coordinates: -3.42850,29.92497
Latest update: May 30, 2025 08:10
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