Namwala Population 2026
Namwala has a population of 15,614, making it the #74 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Southern Province. Roughly 0.1% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 142× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,614
Rank in Zambia
#74
Coordinates
15.75°S, 26.44°E
~999 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
202 km
125 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Southern Province
| City | Population | Rank in Zambia |
|---|---|---|
| Livingstone | 178,361 | #10 |
| Mazabuka | 104,412 | #16 |
| Choma | 98,974 | #19 |
| Monze | 60,281 | #26 |
| Chirundu | 35,403 | #41 |
| Kalomo | 30,781 | #46 |
| Siavonga | 26,951 | #54 |
| Itezhi-Tezhi | 22,449 | #59 |
Cities near Namwala
FAQ
What is the population of Namwala?
Namwala has a population of 15,614 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #74 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Namwala in?
Namwala is located in Southern Province, Zambia.
Is Namwala the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 202 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.