Rundu Population 2026
Rundu has a population of 75,180, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇳🇦 Namibia, located in Kavango East. Roughly 2.4% of Namibia's population lives here. It is about 5.1× smaller than Windhoek, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
75,180
Rank in Namibia
#2
Coordinates
17.92°S, 19.77°E
~1,114 m elevation · Africa/Windhoek
Distance to capital (Windhoek)
587 km
365 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kavango East
| City | Population | Rank in Namibia |
|---|---|---|
| Ndiyona | 20,633 | #17 |
Cities near Rundu
- Ndiyona20,633 people · ~99 km away
- Grootfontein24,099 people · ~255 km away
- Tsumeb22,845 people · ~263 km away
- Ondangwa27,049 people · ~401 km away
- Helao Nafidi22,963 people · ~415 km away
- Ongwediva24,012 people · ~424 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rundu?
Rundu has a population of 75,180 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Namibia.
What region is Rundu in?
Rundu is located in Kavango East, Namibia.
Is Rundu the capital of Namibia?
No, the capital of Namibia is Windhoek, about 587 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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