Mabote Population 2026
Mabote has a population of 38,047, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇱🇸 Lesotho, located in Berea. Roughly 1.6% of Lesotho's population lives here. It is about 9.5× smaller than Maseru, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,047
Rank in Lesotho
#7
Coordinates
29.28°S, 27.52°E
~1,507 m elevation · Africa/Maseru
Distance to capital (Maseru)
6 km
4 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Berea
| City | Population | Rank in Lesotho |
|---|---|---|
| Teyateyaneng | 27,272 | #9 |
Cities near Mabote
- Maseru359,753 people · ~6 km away
- Teyateyaneng27,272 people · ~26 km away
- Maputsoe61,916 people · ~57 km away
- Mafeteng45,287 people · ~67 km away
- Hlotse43,967 people · ~68 km away
- Butha-Buthe40,599 people · ~91 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mabote?
Mabote has a population of 38,047 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Lesotho.
What region is Mabote in?
Mabote is located in Berea, Lesotho.
Is Mabote the capital of Lesotho?
No, the capital of Lesotho is Maseru, about 6 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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