Gabela Population 2026
Gabela has a population of 116,903, making it the #47 biggest city in 🇦🇴 Angola, located in Kwanza Sul. Roughly 0.3% of Angola's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Luanda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
116,903
Rank in Angola
#47
Coordinates
10.85°S, 14.38°E
~1,045 m elevation · Africa/Luanda
Distance to capital (Luanda)
257 km
160 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kwanza Sul
| City | Population | Rank in Angola |
|---|---|---|
| Sumbe | 205,832 | #33 |
| Porto Amboim | 91,605 | #54 |
| Cela | 90,000 | #56 |
| Quissecula | 90,000 | #58 |
| Ucu Seles | 47,421 | #77 |
| Calulo | 44,000 | #79 |
| Mussende | 33,558 | #91 |
| Santa Clara | 29,000 | #96 |
Cities near Gabela
- Ucu Seles47,421 people · ~63 km away
- Quibala27,128 people · ~67 km away
- Porto Amboim91,605 people · ~68 km away
- Sumbe205,832 people · ~71 km away
- Quissecula90,000 people · ~98 km away
- Cela90,000 people · ~103 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gabela?
Gabela has a population of 116,903 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #47 biggest city in Angola.
What region is Gabela in?
Gabela is located in Kwanza Sul, Angola.
Is Gabela the capital of Angola?
No, the capital of Angola is Luanda, about 257 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.