Mocuba Population 2026
Mocuba has a population of 196,001, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇲🇿 Mozambique, located in Zambezia Province. Roughly 0.5% of Mozambique's population lives here. It is about 6.4× smaller than Maputo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
196,001
Rank in Mozambique
#11
Coordinates
16.84°S, 36.99°E
~151 m elevation · Africa/Maputo
Distance to capital (Maputo)
1,112 km
691 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zambezia Province
| City | Population | Rank in Mozambique |
|---|---|---|
| Quelimane | 349,842 | #7 |
| Gurúè | 168,971 | #12 |
| 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 Mocuba
FAQ
What is the population of Mocuba?
Mocuba has a population of 196,001 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Mozambique.
What region is Mocuba in?
Mocuba is located in Zambezia Province, Mozambique.
Is Mocuba the capital of Mozambique?
No, the capital of Mozambique is Maputo, about 1,112 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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