Manhiça Population 2026
Manhiça has a population of 65,240, making it the #23 biggest city in 🇲🇿 Mozambique, located in Maputo Province. Roughly 0.2% of Mozambique's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Maputo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
65,240
Rank in Mozambique
#23
Coordinates
25.40°S, 32.81°E
~41 m elevation · Africa/Maputo
Distance to capital (Maputo)
67 km
42 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maputo Province
| City | Population | Rank in Mozambique |
|---|---|---|
| Matola | 1,198,988 | #2 |
| Ressano Garcia | 110,000 | #16 |
| Boane | 27,325 | #45 |
Cities near Manhiça
FAQ
What is the population of Manhiça?
Manhiça has a population of 65,240 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #23 biggest city in Mozambique.
What region is Manhiça in?
Manhiça is located in Maputo Province, Mozambique.
Is Manhiça the capital of Mozambique?
No, the capital of Mozambique is Maputo, about 67 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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