Kanifing Population 2026
Kanifing has a population of 17,159, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇬🇲 Gambia, located in Banjul. Roughly 0.6% of Gambia's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Serekunda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,159
Rank in Gambia
#26
Coordinates
13.45°N, 16.67°W
~12 m elevation · Africa/Banjul
Distance to capital (Banjul)
10 km
6 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Banjul
| City | Population | Rank in Gambia |
|---|---|---|
| Serekunda | 340,000 | #1 |
| Talinding | 48,687 | #4 |
| Bakau | 43,098 | #6 |
| Banjul | 37,274 | #7 |
| Manjai Kunda | 22,327 | #16 |
| Dippa Kunda | 21,190 | #17 |
| New Jeshwang | 20,878 | #18 |
| Kotu | 19,634 | #22 |
Cities near Kanifing
- Serekunda340,000 people · ~1 km away
- New Jeshwang20,878 people · ~1 km away
- Dippa Kunda21,190 people · ~2 km away
- Talinding48,687 people · ~2 km away
- Manjai Kunda22,327 people · ~3 km away
- Bakoti20,314 people · ~3 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kanifing?
Kanifing has a population of 17,159 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Gambia.
What region is Kanifing in?
Kanifing is located in Banjul, Gambia.
Is Kanifing the capital of Gambia?
No, the capital of Gambia is Banjul, about 10 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.