Gurúè Population 2026
Gurúè has a population of 168,971, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇲🇿 Mozambique, located in Zambezia Province. Roughly 0.5% of Mozambique's population lives here. It is about 7.4× smaller than Maputo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
168,971
Rank in Mozambique
#12
Coordinates
15.47°S, 36.98°E
~722 m elevation · Africa/Maputo
Distance to capital (Maputo)
1,253 km
778 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zambezia Province
| City | Population | Rank in Mozambique |
|---|---|---|
| Quelimane | 349,842 | #7 |
| Mocuba | 196,001 | #11 |
| Alto Molocue | 49,019 | #28 |
| Milange | 35,146 | #37 |
| Morrumbala | 24,076 | #51 |
| Namacurra | 22,647 | #55 |
| Maganja | 17,900 | #60 |
| Chinde | 17,558 | #61 |
Cities near Gurúè
FAQ
What is the population of Gurúè?
Gurúè has a population of 168,971 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in Mozambique.
What region is Gurúè in?
Gurúè is located in Zambezia Province, Mozambique.
Is Gurúè the capital of Mozambique?
No, the capital of Mozambique is Maputo, about 1,253 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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