Wembesi Population 2026
Wembesi has a population of 33,849, making it the #159 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in KwaZulu-Natal. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 278× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,849
Rank in South Africa
#159
Coordinates
29.05°S, 29.78°E
~1,254 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
400 km
248 miles, straight line
Other big cities in KwaZulu-Natal
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Durban | 3,338,026 | #3 |
| Pietermaritzburg | 839,327 | #8 |
| Newcastle | 404,838 | #17 |
| Richards Bay | 252,968 | #28 |
| KwaDukuza | 161,177 | #40 |
| Vryheid | 150,012 | #43 |
| Pinetown | 144,026 | #44 |
| Ladysmith | 143,446 | #45 |
Cities near Wembesi
- Estcourt26,444 people · ~9 km away
- Mooi River21,730 people · ~27 km away
- Ladysmith143,446 people · ~55 km away
- Howick32,453 people · ~65 km away
- Mpophomeni30,830 people · ~70 km away
- Greytown23,139 people · ~79 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wembesi?
Wembesi has a population of 33,849 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #159 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Wembesi in?
Wembesi is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Is Wembesi the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 400 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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