Mokopane Population 2026
Mokopane has a population of 101,090, making it the #69 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Limpopo. Roughly 0.2% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 93× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
101,090
Rank in South Africa
#69
Coordinates
24.19°S, 29.01°E
~1,117 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
191 km
119 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 |
| Bela Bela | 90,210 | #79 |
| Louis Trichardt | 86,854 | #81 |
| Nkowakowa | 51,350 | #118 |
| Musina | 51,132 | #119 |
| Modimolle | 50,306 | #120 |
Cities near Mokopane
FAQ
What is the population of Mokopane?
Mokopane has a population of 101,090 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #69 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Mokopane in?
Mokopane is located in Limpopo, South Africa.
Is Mokopane the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 191 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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