Jwaneng Population 2026
Jwaneng has a population of 18,784, making it the #23 biggest city in 🇧🇼 Botswana, located in Jwaneng. Roughly 0.7% of Botswana's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Gaborone, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,784
Rank in Botswana
#23
Coordinates
24.60°S, 24.73°E
~1,198 m elevation · Africa/Gaborone
Distance to capital (Gaborone)
119 km
74 miles, straight line
Cities near Jwaneng
- Mosopa23,858 people · ~73 km away
- Kanye48,028 people · ~73 km away
- Molepolole74,861 people · ~81 km away
- Thamaga25,300 people · ~82 km away
- Gabane20,027 people · ~107 km away
- Mogoditshane88,004 people · ~115 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jwaneng?
Jwaneng has a population of 18,784 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #23 biggest city in Botswana.
What region is Jwaneng in?
Jwaneng is located in Jwaneng, Botswana.
Is Jwaneng the capital of Botswana?
No, the capital of Botswana is Gaborone, about 119 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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