Molepolole Population 2026
Molepolole has a population of 74,861, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇧🇼 Botswana, located in Kweneng. Roughly 2.9% of Botswana's population lives here. It is about 3.3× smaller than Gaborone, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,861
Rank in Botswana
#5
Coordinates
24.41°S, 25.50°E
~1,146 m elevation · Africa/Gaborone
Distance to capital (Gaborone)
50 km
31 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kweneng
| City | Population | Rank in Botswana |
|---|---|---|
| Mogoditshane | 88,004 | #3 |
| Mmopone | 25,460 | #16 |
| Thamaga | 25,300 | #17 |
| Gabane | 20,027 | #21 |
Cities near Molepolole
FAQ
What is the population of Molepolole?
Molepolole has a population of 74,861 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Botswana.
What region is Molepolole in?
Molepolole is located in Kweneng, Botswana.
Is Molepolole the capital of Botswana?
No, the capital of Botswana is Gaborone, about 50 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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