Nkowakowa Population 2026
Nkowakowa has a population of 51,350, making it the #118 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Limpopo. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 183× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,350
Rank in South Africa
#118
Coordinates
23.89°S, 30.29°E
~584 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
296 km
184 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 |
| Musina | 51,132 | #119 |
| Modimolle | 50,306 | #120 |
Cities near Nkowakowa
- Tzaneen17,457 people · ~14 km away
- Duiwelskloof24,572 people · ~26 km away
- Mankweng49,480 people · ~59 km away
- Praktiseer26,675 people · ~77 km away
- Giyani37,024 people · ~79 km away
- Polokwane272,461 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nkowakowa?
Nkowakowa has a population of 51,350 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #118 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Nkowakowa in?
Nkowakowa is located in Limpopo, South Africa.
Is Nkowakowa the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 296 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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