Kwekwe Population 2026
Kwekwe has a population of 119,863, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe, located in Midlands Province. Roughly 0.7% of Zimbabwe's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Harare, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
119,863
Rank in Zimbabwe
#6
Coordinates
18.93°S, 29.81°E
~1,203 m elevation · Africa/Harare
Distance to capital (Harare)
179 km
111 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Midlands Province
Cities near Kwekwe
FAQ
What is the population of Kwekwe?
Kwekwe has a population of 119,863 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Zimbabwe.
What region is Kwekwe in?
Kwekwe is located in Midlands Province, Zimbabwe.
Is Kwekwe the capital of Zimbabwe?
No, the capital of Zimbabwe is Harare, about 179 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.
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