Mwansabombwe Population 2026
Mwansabombwe has a population of 16,077, making it the #73 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Luapula Province. Roughly 0.1% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 138× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,077
Rank in Zambia
#73
Coordinates
9.82°S, 28.76°E
~967 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
623 km
387 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Luapula Province
Cities near Mwansabombwe
FAQ
What is the population of Mwansabombwe?
Mwansabombwe has a population of 16,077 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #73 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Mwansabombwe in?
Mwansabombwe is located in Luapula Province, Zambia.
Is Mwansabombwe the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 623 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.