Tzaneen Population 2026
Tzaneen has a population of 17,457, making it the #266 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Limpopo. It is about 540× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,457
Rank in South Africa
#266
Coordinates
23.83°S, 30.16°E
~719 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
291 km
181 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 Tzaneen
- Nkowakowa51,350 people · ~14 km away
- Duiwelskloof24,572 people · ~16 km away
- Mankweng49,480 people · ~47 km away
- Polokwane272,461 people · ~71 km away
- Giyani37,024 people · ~82 km away
- Praktiseer26,675 people · ~85 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tzaneen?
Tzaneen has a population of 17,457 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #266 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Tzaneen in?
Tzaneen is located in Limpopo, South Africa.
Is Tzaneen the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 291 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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