Businga Population 2026
Businga has a population of 48,339, making it the #84 biggest city in 🇨🇩 DR Congo, located in Nord-Ubangi. It is about 331× smaller than Kinshasa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,339
Rank in DR Congo
#84
Coordinates
3.34°N, 20.89°E
~362 m elevation · Africa/Kinshasa
Distance to capital (Kinshasa)
1,054 km
655 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nord-Ubangi
| City | Population | Rank in DR Congo |
|---|---|---|
| Gbadolite | 73,835 | #62 |
Cities near Businga
FAQ
What is the population of Businga?
Businga has a population of 48,339 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #84 biggest city in DR Congo.
What region is Businga in?
Businga is located in Nord-Ubangi, DR Congo.
Is Businga the capital of DR Congo?
No, the capital of DR Congo is Kinshasa, about 1,054 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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