Helao Nafidi Population 2026
Helao Nafidi has a population of 22,963, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇳🇦 Namibia, located in Ohangwena Region. Roughly 0.7% of Namibia's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Windhoek, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,963
Rank in Namibia
#14
Coordinates
17.39°S, 15.89°E
~1,098 m elevation · Africa/Windhoek
Distance to capital (Windhoek)
588 km
365 miles, straight line
Cities near Helao Nafidi
- Ongwediva24,012 people · ~44 km away
- Oshakati43,309 people · ~48 km away
- Ondangwa27,049 people · ~58 km away
- Tsumeb22,845 people · ~282 km away
- Grootfontein24,099 people · ~336 km away
- Otjiwarongo33,481 people · ~351 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Helao Nafidi?
Helao Nafidi has a population of 22,963 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Namibia.
What region is Helao Nafidi in?
Helao Nafidi is located in Ohangwena Region, Namibia.
Is Helao Nafidi the capital of Namibia?
No, the capital of Namibia is Windhoek, about 588 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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