Kanyama Population 2026
Kanyama has a population of 80,043, making it the #56 biggest city in 🇨🇩 DR Congo, located in Haut-Lomami. Roughly 0.1% of DR Congo's population lives here. It is about 200× smaller than Kinshasa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
80,043
Rank in DR Congo
#56
Coordinates
7.52°S, 24.17°E
~892 m elevation · Africa/Lubumbashi
Distance to capital (Kinshasa)
1,042 km
647 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Haut-Lomami
| City | Population | Rank in DR Congo |
|---|---|---|
| Kamina | 200,184 | #25 |
| Bukama | 105,530 | #38 |
| Mulongo | 89,340 | #44 |
| Kipamba | 46,430 | #88 |
| Malemba-Nkulu | 25,430 | #108 |
Cities near Kanyama
- Luputa54,676 people · ~65 km away
- Gandajika208,051 people · ~89 km away
- Mwene-Ditu189,177 people · ~98 km away
- Kabinda219,396 people · ~157 km away
- Kamina200,184 people · ~163 km away
- Mbuji-Mayi2,101,332 people · ~167 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kanyama?
Kanyama has a population of 80,043 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #56 biggest city in DR Congo.
What region is Kanyama in?
Kanyama is located in Haut-Lomami, DR Congo.
Is Kanyama the capital of DR Congo?
No, the capital of DR Congo is Kinshasa, about 1,042 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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