Itezhi-Tezhi Population 2026
Itezhi-Tezhi has a population of 22,449, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Southern Province. Roughly 0.1% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 99× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,449
Rank in Zambia
#59
Coordinates
15.74°S, 26.04°E
~1,034 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
243 km
151 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Southern Province
Cities near Itezhi-Tezhi
FAQ
What is the population of Itezhi-Tezhi?
Itezhi-Tezhi has a population of 22,449 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Itezhi-Tezhi in?
Itezhi-Tezhi is located in Southern Province, Zambia.
Is Itezhi-Tezhi the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 243 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.