Population
The 2002 national census estimated the population of Kamwenge District at about 295,300, of whom 51.5% were female and 48.5% were female. The annual population growth rate of the district was approximately 3%. It is estimated that in 2010, the population of the district was approximately 363,200. See table below:
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The predominant ethnic group in the district are Batoro. However, there are a sizable number of Bakiga who have settled in the district. The languages spoken include:
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