Solwezi, North-Western

Zambia

Regional capital12.1688° S, 26.3894° E

In North-Western, Zambia, Solwezi is a regional capital. It is home to 301,370 people.

Population301,370

ProvinceNorth-Western

Coordinates12.1688° S, 26.3894° E

CountryZambia

Rank in Zambia#5 of 12,879

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About Solwezi

Solwezi can be found at 12.17° S, 26.39° E in the Southern Hemisphere. It is part of the North-Western division in Zambia.

With a population of 301,370, Solwezi ranks #5 among the 12,879 cities and localities registered in Zambia.

Cities in North-Western

North-Western is one of Zambia's administrative regions. Solwezi is one of its main cities, along with Kansanshi, Kasempa, Manyama. Solwezi has 301,370 inhabitants.

Kansanshi40,705 Kasempa28,894 Manyama28,825 Zambezi26,885 Mufumbwe25,667 Mwinilunga25,425 Manyinga19,317 Chavuma18,902 Chisasa17,169 Kabompo15,069

Nearby Cities

Within 25 km of Solwezi, 5 populated places have been registered.

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KansanshiCity · 40,705 inhab.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Solwezi?

Solwezi has a population of 301,370. It ranks #5 in Zambia by population.

What province or state is Solwezi in?

Solwezi is located in North-Western, Zambia.

Where is Solwezi located?

Solwezi is located at coordinates 12.17° S, 26.39° E in North-Western, Zambia.

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