Akanda Population 2026
Akanda has a population of 41,524, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇬🇦 Gabon, located in Estuaire. Roughly 1.6% of Gabon's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Libreville, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,524
Rank in Gabon
#10
Coordinates
0.61°N, 9.33°E
~291 m elevation · Africa/Libreville
Distance to capital (Libreville)
28 km
17 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Estuaire
| City | Population | Rank in Gabon |
|---|---|---|
| Libreville | 846,090 | #1 |
| Owendo | 95,313 | #4 |
| Ntoum | 62,445 | #7 |
Cities near Akanda
- Libreville846,090 people · ~28 km away
- Owendo95,313 people · ~40 km away
- Ntoum62,445 people · ~54 km away
- Port-Gentil164,018 people · ~160 km away
- Oyam30,100 people · ~175 km away
- Lambaréné46,605 people · ~177 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Akanda?
Akanda has a population of 41,524 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Gabon.
What region is Akanda in?
Akanda is located in Estuaire, Gabon.
Is Akanda the capital of Gabon?
No, the capital of Gabon is Libreville, about 28 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.