Mankweng Population 2026
Mankweng has a population of 49,480, making it the #123 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Limpopo. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 190× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,480
Rank in South Africa
#123
Coordinates
23.88°S, 29.71°E
~1,296 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
257 km
160 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Limpopo
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Polokwane | 272,461 | #26 |
| Phalaborwa | 109,468 | #65 |
| Thohoyandou | 107,144 | #66 |
| Mokopane | 101,090 | #69 |
| Bela Bela | 90,210 | #79 |
| Louis Trichardt | 86,854 | #81 |
| Nkowakowa | 51,350 | #118 |
| Musina | 51,132 | #119 |
Cities near Mankweng
- Polokwane272,461 people · ~24 km away
- Tzaneen17,457 people · ~47 km away
- Duiwelskloof24,572 people · ~49 km away
- Lebowakgomo42,040 people · ~52 km away
- Nkowakowa51,350 people · ~59 km away
- Mokopane101,090 people · ~79 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mankweng?
Mankweng has a population of 49,480 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #123 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Mankweng in?
Mankweng is located in Limpopo, South Africa.
Is Mankweng the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, 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.
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