Mkhuhlu Population 2026
Mkhuhlu has a population of 42,969, making it the #138 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Mpumalanga. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 219× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,969
Rank in South Africa
#138
Coordinates
24.99°S, 31.24°E
~441 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
318 km
197 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 Mkhuhlu
- Mbombela110,159 people · ~61 km away
- Matsulu47,306 people · ~61 km away
- Lydenburg49,605 people · ~81 km away
- Barberton67,927 people · ~91 km away
- Praktiseer26,675 people · ~103 km away
- Phalaborwa109,468 people · ~117 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mkhuhlu?
Mkhuhlu has a population of 42,969 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #138 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Mkhuhlu in?
Mkhuhlu is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
Is Mkhuhlu the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 318 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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