Kansanshi Population 2026
Kansanshi has a population of 40,705, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in North-Western. Roughly 0.2% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 54× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,705
Rank in Zambia
#38
Coordinates
12.10°S, 26.43°E
~1,429 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
419 km
260 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North-Western
Cities near Kansanshi
FAQ
What is the population of Kansanshi?
Kansanshi has a population of 40,705 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Kansanshi in?
Kansanshi is located in North-Western, Zambia.
Is Kansanshi the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 419 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.