Mongu Population 2026
Mongu has a population of 111,450, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Western Province. Roughly 0.5% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
111,450
Rank in Zambia
#15
Coordinates
15.25°S, 23.13°E
~1,016 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
554 km
344 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Province
Cities near Mongu
FAQ
What is the population of Mongu?
Mongu has a population of 111,450 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Mongu in?
Mongu is located in Western Province, Zambia.
Is Mongu the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 554 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.