Kakuma, Turkana County

Kenya

City3.7136° N, 34.8572° E

In Turkana County, Kenya, Kakuma is a city. It is home to 22,984 people.

Population22,984

ProvinceTurkana County

Coordinates3.7136° N, 34.8572° E

CountryKenya

Rank in Kenya#95 of 6,956

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About Kakuma

Kakuma can be found at 3.71° N, 34.86° E in the Northern Hemisphere. It is part of the Turkana County division in Kenya.

With a population of 22,984, Kakuma ranks #95 among the 6,956 cities and localities registered in Kenya.

Cities in Turkana County

Turkana County is one of Kenya's administrative regions. Kakuma is one of its main cities, along with Lodwar, Lokichar, Lokichokio. Kakuma has 22,984 inhabitants.

Lodwar82,970 Lokichar12,676 Lokichokio11,626 Kainuk10,535 Lokone Lokwamothing Napeitom Shops Kauretangthuro Nathajait Kalobosa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Kakuma?

Kakuma has a population of 22,984. It ranks #95 in Kenya by population.

What province or state is Kakuma in?

Kakuma is located in Turkana County, Kenya.

Where is Kakuma located?

Kakuma is located at coordinates 3.71° N, 34.86° E in Turkana County, Kenya.

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