Nanganga Population 2026
Nanganga has a population of 17,468, making it the #200 biggest city in 🇹🇿 Tanzania, located in Mtwara. It is about 308× smaller than Dar es Salaam, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,468
Rank in Tanzania
#200
Coordinates
10.38°S, 39.15°E
~214 m elevation · Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Distance to capital (Dodoma)
600 km
373 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mtwara
| City | Population | Rank in Tanzania |
|---|---|---|
| Mtwara | 140,793 | #27 |
| Masasi | 89,700 | #40 |
| Newala Kisimani | 38,099 | #73 |
| Newala | 34,862 | #82 |
| Lukuledi | 29,699 | #101 |
| Luchingu | 25,145 | #118 |
| Nangomba | 23,028 | #140 |
| Tandahimba | 20,000 | #169 |
Cities near Nanganga
FAQ
What is the population of Nanganga?
Nanganga has a population of 17,468 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #200 biggest city in Tanzania.
What region is Nanganga in?
Nanganga is located in Mtwara, Tanzania.
Is Nanganga the capital of Tanzania?
No, the capital of Tanzania is Dodoma, about 600 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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