Matai Population 2026
Matai has a population of 24,070, making it the #129 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Rukwa. It is about 224× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,070
Rank in Tanzania
#129
Coordinates
8.30°S, 31.52°E
~1,706 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
522 km
324 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Rukwa
| City | Population | Rank in Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Sumbawanga | 303,986 | #12 |
| Namanyere | 40,000 | #67 |
| Kirando | 33,111 | #88 |
| Chala | 22,624 | #144 |
| Laela | 19,185 | #179 |
Cities near Matai
FAQ
What is the population of Matai?
Matai has a population of 24,070 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #129 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Matai in?
Matai is located in Rukwa, Tanzania.
Is Matai the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 522 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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