Sesheke Population 2026
Sesheke has a population of 29,922, making it the #49 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Western Province. Roughly 0.1% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 74× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,922
Rank in Zambia
#49
Coordinates
17.48°S, 24.30°E
~951 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
484 km
301 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Province
Cities near Sesheke
- Livingstone178,361 people · ~170 km away
- Senanga20,878 people · ~187 km away
- Kalomo30,781 people · ~238 km away
- Itezhi-Tezhi22,449 people · ~268 km away
- Mongu111,450 people · ~277 km away
- Choma98,974 people · ~295 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sesheke?
Sesheke has a population of 29,922 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #49 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Sesheke in?
Sesheke is located in Western Province, Zambia.
Is Sesheke the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 484 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.