Luwingu Population 2026
Luwingu has a population of 28,436, making it the #52 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Northern Province. Roughly 0.1% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 78× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,436
Rank in Zambia
#52
Coordinates
10.26°S, 29.93°E
~1,381 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
599 km
372 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Province
Cities near Luwingu
FAQ
What is the population of Luwingu?
Luwingu has a population of 28,436 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #52 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Luwingu in?
Luwingu is located in Northern Province, Zambia.
Is Luwingu the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 599 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.