Matsulu Population 2026
Matsulu has a population of 47,306, making it the #128 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Mpumalanga. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 199× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,306
Rank in South Africa
#128
Coordinates
25.52°S, 31.36°E
~340 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
319 km
198 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mpumalanga
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Emalahleni | 373,403 | #20 |
| Middelburg | 196,263 | #35 |
| eMbalenhle | 142,443 | #46 |
| Somaroboro | 114,369 | #60 |
| Mbombela | 110,159 | #63 |
| Standerton | 101,101 | #68 |
| Ermelo | 100,324 | #70 |
| Delmas | 92,046 | #75 |
Cities near Matsulu
- Mbombela110,159 people · ~39 km away
- Barberton67,927 people · ~42 km away
- Mkhuhlu42,969 people · ~61 km away
- Lydenburg49,605 people · ~103 km away
- Praktiseer26,675 people · ~148 km away
- Piet Retief84,349 people · ~174 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Matsulu?
Matsulu has a population of 47,306 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #128 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Matsulu in?
Matsulu is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
Is Matsulu the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 319 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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