Coup of Gitarama

Date: January 28, 1961 • Location: Gitarama, Rwanda

This milestone marked the outbreak and beginning of this historic period, which spanned 1961.

In Gitarama, Rwanda, local and other government officials initiated a coup to overthrow the monarchy and establish a republic.

Muhanga is a city in Rwanda, in the Muhanga District, in Southern Province. The city is situated 5,945 feet (1,812 m) above sea level.