Kyegegwa Population 2026
Kyegegwa has a population of 29,400, making it the #67 biggest city in 🇺🇬 Uganda, located in Western Region. Roughly 0.1% of Uganda's population lives here. It is about 57× smaller than Kampala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,400
Rank in Uganda
#67
Coordinates
0.50°N, 31.04°E
~1,411 m elevation · Africa/Kampala
Distance to capital (Kampala)
173 km
107 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Region
| City | Population | Rank in Uganda |
|---|---|---|
| Mbarara | 221,300 | #6 |
| Hoima | 122,700 | #14 |
| Ibanda | 117,700 | #17 |
| Kasese | 115,400 | #19 |
| Masindi | 110,500 | #21 |
| Rutoma | 86,100 | #26 |
| Bwizibwera | 79,157 | #27 |
| Nakivale Refugee Camp | 68,400 | #30 |
Cities near Kyegegwa
- Kyaka II Refugee Camp27,300 people · ~17 km away
- Butunduzi17,600 people · ~22 km away
- Kasambya15,700 people · ~23 km away
- Mubende121,600 people · ~40 km away
- Kakumiro15,900 people · ~44 km away
- Rwamwanja Refugee Camp49,700 people · ~46 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kyegegwa?
Kyegegwa has a population of 29,400 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #67 biggest city in Uganda.
What region is Kyegegwa in?
Kyegegwa is located in Western Region, Uganda.
Is Kyegegwa the capital of Uganda?
No, the capital of Uganda is Kampala, about 173 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.