Kabwe Population 2026
Kabwe has a population of 288,598, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Central Province. Roughly 1.3% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 7.7× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
288,598
Rank in Zambia
#6
Coordinates
14.45°S, 28.45°E
~1,191 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
108 km
67 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Province
| City | Population | Rank in Zambia |
|---|---|---|
| Kapiri Mposhi | 83,211 | #22 |
| Mumbwa | 49,461 | #32 |
| Mkushi | 45,927 | #33 |
| Serenje | 30,217 | #48 |
| Nampundwe | 16,396 | #72 |
Cities near Kabwe
- Kapiri Mposhi83,211 people · ~58 km away
- Chunga115,539 people · ~99 km away
- Madido80,782 people · ~101 km away
- Chongwe57,443 people · ~101 km away
- Lusaka West21,655 people · ~103 km away
- Ntandabale20,254 people · ~105 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kabwe?
Kabwe has a population of 288,598 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Kabwe in?
Kabwe is located in Central Province, Zambia.
Is Kabwe the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 108 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.